Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs

Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs! Perfectly seared bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are bathed in a luscious glaze made from soy sauce, honey, garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of rice vinegar for a balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. The trick to achieving that restaurant-quality richness lies in simmering the thighs until the glaze thickens to a glossy coating that beautifully clings to the chicken. Garnished with nutty sesame seeds and vibrant green onions, this dish delivers complex flavors with minimal effort. Pair with fluffy steamed rice or sautéed veggies for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dinner in just 40 minutes. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is your go-to for bold Asian-inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and trim any excess fat. Set them aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. This will be your glaze mixture.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for 5-6 minutes or until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the thighs and cook for another 4-5 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium. Remove any excess oil from the skillet, keeping about 1 tablespoon in the pan.

Step 6

Pour the soy glaze mixture over the chicken thighs. Simmer the chicken in the glaze for 10-12 minutes, occasionally spooning the glaze over the thighs for even coating.

Step 7

Stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze thickens and coats the chicken thoroughly.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the skillet and transfer to a serving platter. Spoon any remaining glaze over the top.

Step 9

Garnish the soy glazed chicken thighs with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if using. Serve immediately with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1152.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2432.4

Total Fat 171.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g
Cholesterol 729mg	0%
Sodium 3052.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 53.0g
Protein 170.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 241.5mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2058.4mg	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: 62.0%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 10.5%