Sweet and Spicy Glazed Chicken Thighs
A perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, these glazed chicken thighs are quick to prepare and ideal for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (or other hot sauce)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for searing
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, sriracha, garlic, and ginger.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken thighs and sear until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
- Pour the glaze over the chicken, reduce heat, and let simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 more minutes.
Notes
Use skin-on chicken thighs for more flavor and moisture. Marinade the chicken for at least 30 minutes for better flavor absorption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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