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Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs

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Juicy and tender chicken thighs coated in a glossy, savory-sweet teriyaki glaze, made easily in one pan for a satisfying weeknight meal or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season lightly with salt.
  2. Heat neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken skin-side down and cook until golden and crispy.
  3. Flip the chicken and continue cooking until nearly cooked through.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and pour the sauce into the skillet.
  6. Simmer until the sauce thickens, spooning the glaze over the chicken until well coated and sticky.
  7. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Skin-on thighs provide extra flavor, but skinless works well.
  • Add chili paste or red pepper flakes for heat.
  • The glaze also works great with chicken breast or salmon.
  • Add pineapple juice for a sweeter variation.

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