Ingredients
– 3 tablespoons olive oil for coating and cooking the chicken
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce for the savory umami base
– 5 tablespoons honey to add natural sweetness and help with caramelization
– 4 cloves minced garlic for aromatic depth, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder as an alternative
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger to bring in a subtle spicy warmth
– 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper for a touch of heat
– About 3 pounds (approximately 1.36 kg) chicken thighs for the main protein that keeps things juicy and flavorful
– Salt and pepper to taste to season and enhance the overall taste
Instructions
1-Prepare the marinade by combining olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, pepper, salt, and pepper in a bag.
2-Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
3-Transfer to a baking dish and arrange in a single layer.
4-Bake at 425°F: 25 minutes skin-side up, 10 minutes skin-side down, then 10 more minutes skin-side up.
5-Check for doneness and let rest before serving.
Last Step:
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🍯 For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken thighs dry before adding to the marinade and place them on a wire rack over the baking dish
🥢 The marinade can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator – the longer the chicken marinates, the more flavorful it will be
🌡️ Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect results – chicken thighs are done at 165°F but can be cooked to 175°F for even more tender meat
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Marinating Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (with sauce)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg