Asian Chicken Thighs Recipe

Name: Asian Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 -7 boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1/4 cup tamari soy sauce; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons chicken stock; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (optional); 1/4 cup chopped scallion

Servings: persons

6 -7 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup tamari soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chicken stock
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons sesame seeds (optional)
1/4 cup chopped scallion

1
Combine the soy sauce, sugar, chicken broth, vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes in a large zip lock bag. Mix until well combined. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, seal the bag, and place in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours.
2
Heat a large skillet over medium/high heat and coat with cooking spray.
3
Once the pan is hot, add the chicken thighs, 3-4 at a time, and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through. Don't move the chicken once you put it in the pan, let it get nice and brown on one side before you turn it over. Remove the chicken to a serving platter.
4
Pour the remaining marinade in the hot pan and cook down for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Strain the sauce in a sieve and pour over the chicken. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and/or the chopped scallions.
5
Note: Tamari is a type of soy sauce that his a richer flavor. Once you try Tamari, you won't buy any other soy sauce again!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 -7 boneless skinless chicken thighs, 1/4 cup tamari soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Asian Chicken Thighs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asian Chicken Thighs

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Variations & substitutions

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