Soy-Free Asian Glazed Chicken

Experience the bold, savory-sweet flavors of Soy-Free Asian Glazed Chicken, a wholesome twist on a classic recipe! This gluten- and soy-free recipe swaps traditional soy sauce for fish sauce, creating a rich, umami-packed glaze balanced with honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic. Perfectly seared chicken thighs are coated in this irresistible sauce and baked to tender, juicy perfection. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, green onions, and a touch of red pepper flakes, this dish offers a restaurant-quality meal that's easy to make at home. Serve it with steamed rice or your favorite veggie side for a dinner that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this dish captures the essence of Asian comfort food without the soy!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon, grated ginger
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped green onions
• 1 tablespoon seasame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then sprinkle them evenly with cornstarch and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken thighs, skin side down, and sear until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Flip the chicken thighs and continue to cook for another 5 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, lower the heat and add honey, rice vinegar, fish sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, chicken broth, and sesame oil. Stir to combine and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Place the chicken back into the skillet, coating each piece with the glaze.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Once done, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes before serving.

Step 10

Enjoy your delicious Soy-Free Asian Glazed Chicken with steamed rice or your favorite side!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1011.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2152.4

Total Fat 112.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 3294.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 99.8g
Protein 162.7g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 213.9mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1858.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.1%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 22.7%