Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of crispy chicken thighs with a sticky teriyaki sauce, a dish that beautifully marries savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, these chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection and coated in a luscious homemade teriyaki sauce, making each bite irresistible. The crispy skin contrasts wonderfully with the rich glaze, creating a satisfying meal that your family and friends will love. Serve it alongside steamed rice or fresh vegetables for a complete and nutritious feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Vegetable oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat chicken thighs dry, season with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip and sear for another 3-4 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger; simmer until sugar dissolves.
- Mix cornstarch with water; add to the sauce to thicken.
- Pour half the sauce over the chicken; transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Glaze chicken with remaining sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg