Grilled Hibachi Chicken Thighs with Sesame Ginger Glaze

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Tender grilled chicken thighs brushed with a savory sesame ginger glaze, capturing flavors reminiscent of hibachi-style cooking. This Japanese-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 52 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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: 40 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Place 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs in a shallow dish and pour half the glaze over them. Marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking.
  4. Step 4: Grill the chicken thighs for 5 minutes per side, brushing with remaining glaze every 2 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving.

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