Description
These delicious marinated chicken thighs offer an amazing balance of sweet and spicy flavors, glazed in a sticky sweet chili sauce for a succulent and irresistible dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and ensure they are fully coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for better flavor).
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the marinated chicken thighs to a baking dish. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken.
- Bake the Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), and the skin is crispy.
- Broil for Extra Crispiness (optional): For a crispier skin, broil the chicken for an additional 3-5 minutes after baking. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- Garnish: Once fully cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Serve: Plate the chicken thighs, drizzling with any remaining sauce from the baking dish for added flavor.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with gluten-free soy sauce. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving to ensure maximum juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: sweet chili chicken, chicken thighs, baked chicken, sticky glaze, dinner