Soy-Glazed Baked Chicken Thighs with Honey and Ginger

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Tender chicken thighs baked with a sticky-sweet glaze of soy sauce, honey, and fresh ginger, finished with a hint of sesame oil for depth. This Asian Fusion-inspired chicken recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 50 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 420 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: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 2 lbs chicken thighs in a baking dish and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: Pour sauce evenly over chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is coated. Bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden and crispy.
  4. Step 4: Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then garnish with 1/4 cup sliced green onions. Serve with 2 cups cooked rice.

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