Description
This Soy Garlic Baked Chicken recipe offers a delicious and easy way to create a flavorful meal. Succulent chicken thighs are coated in a savory-sweet soy sauce and garlic marinade, then baked to perfection. The result is juicy, tender chicken with crispy skin, infused with irresistible Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well blended.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a large ziplock bag or a bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess liquid drip off. Place the thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
- Broil (Optional): For extra crispy skin, switch the oven to broil for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Garnish: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Marinating longer will result in deeper flavor.
- Using fresh garlic and ginger enhances the taste.
- Basting the chicken with leftover marinade during baking adds moisture and flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Adjust red pepper flakes or add other spices to suit your preference.
- This recipe can be made gluten-free by substituting soy sauce with coconut aminos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg