Honey-Garlic Glazed Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated and grilled with a honey-garlic glaze that balances sweet and savory Korean flavors. This korean-inspired chicken ready in about 52 minutes pairs soy sauce, honey, minced garlic 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 Korean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp honey, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp gochujang, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar until fully combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 3 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off.
  4. Step 4: Grill chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and glaze is caramelized and sticky.
  5. Step 5: Transfer chicken to a serving plate and garnish with 2 tbsp sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Garlic Glazed Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs take to make?

Total time is about 52 minutes (40 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Garlic Glazed Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Garlic Glazed Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Garlic Glazed Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Garlic Glazed Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs?

Korean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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