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Glazed Soy Sauce Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs | Easy Flavor-Packed Dinner


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Juicy chicken thighs roasted in a soy sauce and brown sugar glaze that’s sweet, savory, and sticky all in one pan.


Ingredients

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4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons white vinegar

1 teaspoon ground ginger

4 cloves garlic, minced


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Rub chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

2. Heat an oven-safe skillet and place chicken skin-side down to sear for 3 to 5 minutes.

3. Remove chicken and drain pan of excess fat.

4. In a bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and ginger.

5. Return chicken to skillet, skin side up, and pour glaze over it.

6. Bake for 25 minutes, basting with glaze a few times.

7. Ensure chicken reaches 165°F and glaze is thick.

8. Serve with sauce drizzled on top.

Notes

Swap vinegar types for a slightly different flavor.

Use fresh ginger if preferred.

Add chili flakes to introduce a little heat.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 315
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 840mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg