Name: Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water; Sliced green onions; Sesame seeds

Description

A flavorful and easy-to-make Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe featuring tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, then seared to perfection on the stovetop. Finished with a glossy, sticky sauce and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish makes a perfect quick dinner with an Asian twist.

Ingredients

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Chicken

6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Marinade

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional Thickening

1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Garnish

Sliced green onions
Sesame seeds

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Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper until well combined.
Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs into a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor.
Preheat the Skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
Cook the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, reserving the marinade. Sear chicken thighs in the skillet for 5–6 minutes on each side until fully cooked through and nicely browned.
Make the Sauce: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet with the chicken and bring to a simmer. If desired, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry and stir it into the sauce to thicken. Cook an additional 2–3 minutes until the sauce is glossy and coats the chicken.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or steamed vegetables.

Notes

You can also bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes if preferred.
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
Bone-in chicken thighs can be used; just increase the cooking time accordingly.