Description
Baked Teriyaki Chicken Thighs are a delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinners. Simple to prepare, these chicken thighs are marinated in a rich teriyaki sauce and baked to perfection, resulting in tender meat with a caramelized glaze. Ideal for family gatherings or impressing guests, this dish promises an unforgettable taste experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin on)
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted, for garnish)
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together teriyaki sauce, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.
- Place chicken in a baking dish and pour marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange chicken skin-side up in the oven. Bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- For added crunch, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds during the last five minutes of baking.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg