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Honey Soy Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

Honey Soy Baked Chicken Thighs deliver a perfectly balanced sweet and savory flavor with a sticky honey soy glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Featuring tender, juicy boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a mix of honey, low sodium soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and green onions, this easy-to-make baked dish is ideal for quick weeknight dinners, meal prep, and gatherings. The final broil gives it a delightful charred edge, perfect served alongside rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 2 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Marinade & Sauce

  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 ½ tablespoons garlic, minced (about 4 large cloves)
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar (optional: apple cider or rice vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • ¾ teaspoon fresh minced ginger
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together honey, low sodium soy sauce, chopped green onions, vegetable oil, minced garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and minced ginger until well combined to create the flavorful marinade.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. Place the chicken into the marinade bowl and coat the pieces thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally overnight to allow flavors to deeply penetrate.
  3. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to caramelize the glaze and cook the chicken evenly.
  4. Bake the Chicken: Transfer the marinated chicken and sauce into a cast iron skillet or baking dish, spreading pieces evenly without overcrowding. Bake for 20–25 minutes, turning the chicken twice during cooking to keep the meat moist and ensure even cooking.
  5. Broil to Finish: Switch your oven to broil on high and broil the chicken for 5 minutes. This step caramelizes the glaze further and adds a slightly charred, crispy edge, enhancing the texture and flavor.
  6. Check for Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (70°C) to guarantee it is safely cooked through.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and optional toasted sesame seeds over the chicken. Serve hot with your choice of sides such as jasmine rice, noodles, steamed vegetables, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken overnight for more intense flavor and tenderness.
  • Use a cast iron skillet or baking dish for even heat distribution and improved browning.
  • For a vegetarian alternative, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh and bake until golden and crispy.
  • Adjust spiciness by adding chili flakes or hot sauce to the marinade if desired.
  • Serve with cauliflower rice or steamed veggies for a low-carb option.
  • Reserve a portion of marinade before adding chicken to drizzle over cooked chicken if desired, but do not use marinade that has touched raw chicken without cooking it first.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Keywords: Honey Soy Chicken, Baked Chicken Thighs, Easy Dinner, Honey Soy Sauce, Marinated Chicken, Asian Chicken Recipe, Healthy Chicken Thighs

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