Description
Baked Teriyaki Chicken Thighs are a flavorful and effortless dish that brings an irresistible blend of sweet and savory to your dinner table. With juicy, caramelized chicken thighs coated in a sticky teriyaki glaze, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve them with rice or veggies for a complete meal that impresses without the stress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp water
- Sliced scallions (for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, crushed garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and water until combined.
- Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's well-coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange marinated chicken thighs skin-side up on a lined baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Brush on remaining marinade during the last few minutes of baking. Garnish with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg