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Delicious Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs: Easy Weeknight Meal

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These Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs are incredibly juicy and flavorful, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. With a savory soy garlic sauce that’s both sticky and sweet, this dish will have your family asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Soy sauce
  • Fresh garlic (4-6 cloves, minced)
  • Fresh ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
  • Brown sugar (or alternative sweetener)
  • Non-alcoholic mirin alternative (1 teaspoon rice vinegar + ½ teaspoon sugar per tablespoon of mirin)
  • Sesame oil
  • Neutral oil (vegetable oil, canola oil, or avocado oil)
  • Optional garnish: toasted sesame seeds
  • Optional garnish: sliced green onions (scallions)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by patting your chicken thighs very dry with paper towels. If using skin-on thighs, lightly score the skin a few times with a sharp knife.
  2. Whisk Together the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, minced fresh garlic, grated fresh ginger, brown sugar (or your chosen sweetener), non-alcoholic mirin alternative, and sesame oil. Whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Place the dried chicken thighs into the bowl with the marinade or transfer both to a large zip-top bag. Ensure all pieces are well coated and massage the marinade into the chicken. Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or ideally 2-4 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. Sear the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of neutral oil. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Flip and Cook Through: Flip the chicken thighs over to the meat side and continue to cook for another 8-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Make the Glaze: Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 3-5 minutes until thickened into a glossy glaze.
  7. Rest and Glaze: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. Drizzle the finished glaze over the chicken thighs.
  8. Serve: Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Keywords: Don't skip the dry pat on the chicken for maximum crispiness. Marinating for longer enhances flavor, and always check the internal temperature to ensure safety.

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