Description
Sweet Sesame Chicken Thighs are a deliciously satisfying dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a rich blend of low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and toasted sesame oil before being baked to perfection. The result is golden-brown skin that crackles with flavor and is garnished with crunchy sesame seeds and fresh green onions. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in under 30 minutes—but also ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair it with fluffy jasmine rice or a vibrant vegetable stir-fry for a complete meal that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- Bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Honey
- Toasted sesame oil
- Fresh garlic cloves
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken thighs in the baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting halfway through if desired.
- For extra crispiness, broil for a few minutes at the end of cooking.
- Serve hot, drizzled with remaining sauce and topped with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg