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Soy Ginger Chicken Thighs

Tender chicken thighs baked in a savory-sweet soy-ginger glaze with optional sesame and scallion garnish.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Foil or parchment paper
  • shallow bowl or dish
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Instant Read Thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger root
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sambal oelek
  • sesame seeds optional, for garnish
  • scallions thinly sliced, optional for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment and set aside.
  • In a bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce, 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon sambal oelek until the sugar dissolves.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup of the sauce in a small bowl for basting, then pour the remaining sauce over the 1.5 pounds of chicken thighs in a shallow dish, turning to coat and submerge as much as possible.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for more flavor.
  • When ready to cook, transfer the chicken to the prepared baking sheet, letting excess marinade drip off. Discard any remaining marinade from the bowl.
  • Bake the chicken at 425°F for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the baking sheet, brush the chicken with the reserved 1/4 cup sauce, then return to the oven and bake 5 more minutes.
  • Brush the chicken with sauce again, then bake an additional 3–5 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F; total baking time should be about 18–25 minutes.
  • When done, remove from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced scallions if desired, then serve.

Notes

  • Line the baking sheet with foil or parchment to prevent the sugar in the sauce from burning.
  • Total cooking time for thighs is typically 18–25 minutes.
  • Brush the reserved sauce on the chicken at the 10- and 15-minute marks for a glossy glaze.
  • You can marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.