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Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

Juicy one-pan chicken thighs simmered in a glossy soy garlic sauce that’s savory, slightly sweet, and irresistibly saucy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 0.33 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet or pan
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and season lightly with pepper.
  2. Sear chicken skin-side down in a hot skillet until golden. Flip briefly, then remove.
  3. Sauté garlic and ginger in the same pan until fragrant.
  4. Add soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and sesame oil, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Return chicken to pan and simmer uncovered until cooked through and sauce thickens.
  6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Serve with rice or vegetables to soak up the sauce.