Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and season with pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
- Remove chicken, reduce heat to low. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to skillet. Simmer 2–3 minutes until syrupy.
- Return chicken to pan, coat in glaze, and cook 1 more minute.
- Serve topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- For extra sticky texture, broil 1–2 minutes at the end (watch closely).
- Best with rice or roasted veggies on the side.
- Doubles easily for meal prep — keeps well refrigerated for 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Pan-sear and glaze
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 310 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
