Description
Succulent Soy Sauce Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs bring Korean-inspired flavors to your dinner table with irresistible caramelized goodness. Juicy chicken thighs glazed in a sweet and savory sauce promise a delicious meal that will satisfy family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Garnish and Optional Ingredients:
- Green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Fresh lime juice
- Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing a baking dish for the chicken thighs.
- Craft a robust marinade by blending soy sauce, brown sugar, finely chopped garlic, olive oil, and freshly grated ginger into a harmonious mixture.
- Arrange chicken thighs in the baking dish, thoroughly drenching each piece with the prepared glaze to ensure comprehensive flavor coverage.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing the chicken to roast for approximately 25-30 minutes until the meat reaches complete doneness and the glaze transforms into a rich, caramelized coating.
- Once removed from the oven, let the chicken rest momentarily to absorb the intense flavors.
- Finish the dish by sprinkling freshly sliced green onions across the top, adding a vibrant, crisp accent to the glazed chicken thighs.
Notes
- Check chicken thighs for even thickness to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce if watching salt intake or prefer a less intense flavor profile.
- Marinate chicken for 30 minutes before baking to enhance deeper flavor penetration and tenderness.
- For crispy exterior, broil chicken for 2-3 minutes after baking to caramelize glaze and create golden-brown edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 288 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg