Baked Lemongrass and Ginger Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated with aromatics of lemongrass and ginger, baked to tender perfection with a caramelized glaze. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, fresh lemongrass stalks, finely chopped, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
2 fresh lemongrass stalks, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp honey
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 finely chopped lemongrass stalks, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the marinade, turning to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Step 3: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin side up on a baking sheet lined with foil.
Step 4: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the skin is caramelized and slightly crispy. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.