Indulge in a culinary journey to the Far East with our tantalizing Sweet and Sticky Asian Chicken Thighs. This delectable dish, sourced from The Pretty Feed, promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. The succulent chicken thighs are marinated in a delightful blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and rice vinegar, infusing them with a savory and sweet essence. Once grilled or baked to perfection, the chicken is then generously coated in a luscious sauce made from hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and sesame oil, resulting in a glaze that glistens and tantalizes the senses. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Asian Slaw made with shredded cabbage, carrots, red onion, and a tangy dressing, and a flavorful Coconut Rice that boasts a creamy texture and a hint of sweetness from coconut milk. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Asia.
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HONEY-AND-SOY-GLAZED CHICKEN THIGHS
In this simple weeknight recipe, chicken thighs are tossed with a sweet-salty glaze made of honey and soy sauce that caramelizes into a sticky coating as it roasts in the oven. Serve the sliced chicken with bibb lettuce cups for wrapping, or over steamed rice to catch all the juices. Leftovers can be chopped and combined with vegetables for a tasty clean-out-the-fridge fried rice.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, poultry, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 minutes. Add the soy sauce and honey and simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced and slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. (You'll want to cook attentively for this step, as the syrupy mixture can burn if it cooks too long.) Turn off the heat then whisk in the butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- On an aluminum foil-lined rimmed baking sheet, season the chicken all over with salt and pepper. Add half the glaze and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and toss the chicken to coat. Arrange in an even layer, skin side up, and roast until browned, 15 minutes. Brush the chicken all over with 2 tablespoons of the remaining glaze. Roast until golden and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Drizzle the chicken with the remaining glaze and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 691, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 961 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 1 gram
SWEET AND STICKY ASIAN CHICKEN THIGHS: THE PRETTY FEED
Chicken thighs are always juicy and tender but this asian inspired glaze recipe was an absolute crowd pleaser and we will definitely be making it again and again. Our eyes literally 'glazed' over when we had that first bite. It's so simple to make, in facts it's almost impossible to mess this one up, and it's aesthetically pleasing when plated. It's sweet and spicy (if you want to add more kick go ahead) and we are thrilled to have this new staple in our repertoire!
Provided by Theprettyfeed
Categories Asian
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Before turning on any burners and stressing yourself out, we like to prepare the glaze. You can even do this the night before and let all the flavors really settle in and intensify. In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sweet chili sauce, ginger, red pepper flakes, garlic and lime juice. Set aside for now.
- When you are ready to cook, heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add 1 Tbsp of olive oil. Add the chicken, salt and pepper. Cook chicken about 3 minutes on each side until brown on each side. Set chicken aside on plate and cover (Note: we always cut one piece of chicken open before eating to make sure it's cooked. Alternatively, you could use a thermometer and check that it's reached a temperature of about 155 Fahrenheit-slightly underdone since you will be putting it back on the heat).
- Add the sauce to the skillet and bring to a boil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens. Stir lightly and watch carefully.
- Add chicken back to the skillet and coat each side with the sauce cooking for 2-3 additional minutes or until 165 degrees.
- Have a large serving dish ready on the side and using tongs transfer each piece of chicken to it. Then poor the sauce over all the chicken and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. VOILA! Isn't it beautiful?!
- EXTRA DETAILS:.
- You will notice the sauce doesn't get very thick in the pan (no need to continue boiling it) because once it cools down it will get much stickier and turn into more of a glaze (due to the sugar).
- This recipe is not as fast if you get chicken thighs WITH bones. If don't have boneless chicken thighs just make sure you cook them longer.
- Left overs are delicious.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.3, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 72.9, Sodium 1472, Carbohydrate 49.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 43.2, Protein 27.2
SWEET, STICKY AND SPICY CHICKEN
This chicken dish uses skinless boneless chicken breasts and tastes delicious. It's great as an appetizer or as a main dish served with rice and a veggie.
Provided by katemartinodotcom
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 22m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix together brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and hot sauce in a small bowl.
- Lightly salt and pepper the chicken strips.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken strips and brown on both sides, about 1 minute per side. Pour the sauce over the chicken. Simmer uncovered until the sauce thickens, 8 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 59.3 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1176.2 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality soy sauce. A good soy sauce will have a deep, rich flavor that will enhance the taste of the chicken.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of honey. There are many different types of honey available, each with its own unique flavor. Try using a light honey for a mild flavor, or a dark honey for a more robust flavor.
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through before serving. Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Some popular sides include rice, noodles, and vegetables.
Conclusion:
Sweet and sticky Asian chicken thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, honey, and garlic, then baked until it is cooked through. The result is a tender, juicy chicken that is coated in a sweet and sticky sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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