Description
Honey Soy Baked Chicken Thighs are the perfect solution for busy weeknights and relaxed weekends. This dish features succulent chicken thighs coated in a delightful glaze made from honey and low-sodium soy sauce, delivering a sweet and savory flavor that pleases both adults and children. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious meal ready in under 30 minutes. Serve it with rice, noodles, or vegetables to create a complete dish that’s as versatile as it is tasty. Ideal for meal prep, this recipe allows for marinating overnight to enhance flavor. Enjoy an easy-to-make dinner that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar (optional)
- Minced garlic
- Minced ginger
- Finely chopped green onions
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, green onions, cooking oil, garlic, vinegar (if using), sesame oil (if using), and ginger until combined.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper before adding to the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bake marinated chicken in a cast iron skillet or baking dish for 20-25 minutes, flipping twice.
- Broil on high for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (125g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg