Honey-Glazed Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet teriyaki glaze, roasted until caramelized with a hint of ginger and garlic. This Japanese-inspired chicken recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger in a bowl. Pour over 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, coating evenly, and marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 5 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1/4 cup water to make a slurry, then stir into the skillet until sauce thickens and becomes glossy (about 2 minutes).
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, coating in sauce, and transfer to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven. Bake for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with extra sauce drizzled over the top.

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