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Brown Sugar Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs are seared and baked in a sticky, sweet-savory brown sugar soy glaze with garlic and ginger. This easy, crowd-pleasing dinner comes together quickly and is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6–8 thighs)
  • 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce (regular or low-sodium)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Salt (for seasoning chicken)
  • 1–2 teaspoons neutral oil (avocado or vegetable, for searing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat for at least 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together dark brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using) until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. When hot, place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden and crisp. Work in batches if needed.
  5. Flip the chicken so it’s skin-side up. Pour the glaze evenly over the chicken and use a spoon to coat each piece. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to start thickening the sauce.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, basting once or twice with the sauce. Chicken is done when it reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  7. Optional: For a thicker glaze, remove chicken to a plate and simmer the sauce on the stove for 3-5 minutes, stirring often.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Spoon extra glaze over the chicken before serving.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry helps the skin crisp up. For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. If the glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water. Let chicken rest a few minutes before serving for juicier meat. Leftovers keep well and the glaze thickens as it chills—reheat gently with a splash of water.

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Keywords: brown sugar soy chicken, sticky chicken thighs, easy chicken dinner, Asian glazed chicken, weeknight chicken recipe

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