Description
Sticky Korean-Style Chicken Thighs are tender, flavorful, and perfect for dinner guests, combining sweet and savory elements in a delightful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (Bone-in, skin-on)
- 1/2 cup Soy Sauce (Low-sodium recommended)
- 1/4 cup Honey (Reduce for less sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil (Can substitute with other oils)
- 3 cloves Garlic (Freshly minced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (Grated; ground ginger can substitute)
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar (Apple cider vinegar can substitute)
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha (Optional for adding heat)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (For texture and flavor)
- 2 stalks Green Onions (Chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sriracha. Add chicken thighs and ensure they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up. Bake in the oven for 25 minutes until the meat is cooked through.
- After baking, use reserved marinade to baste the chicken. Switch the oven to broil and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, watching closely, until the skin is crispy and caramelized.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve warm with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Adjust honey for desired sweetness.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add more sriracha for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Sticky Korean Style Chicken