Asian Honey Sesame Chicken Thighs

Name: Asian Honey Sesame Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 8 pieces chicken thighs (skinless, boneless); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (sifted); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 1/3 cup honey; 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium); 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

StandardAsianDinnerQuickFamily-FriendlyComfort Food

⏱️ 15m PREP

🔥 30m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 450 CAL/SERV

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Overview

Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and savory honey sesame sauce, perfect for a delightful Asian-inspired dinner.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

32.0g 41%

Fat

18.0g 23%

Carbs

28.0g 36%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin B6

20% DV

Supports brain health

☀️ Niacin

35% DV

Helps convert food into energy

🔺 Phosphorus

25% DV

Builds strong bones and teeth

🔺 Selenium

40% DV

Supports the immune system

💧 Omega-6

10% DV

Essential fatty acids for the body

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

8 pieces chicken thighs skinless, boneless
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour sifted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Honey Sesame Sauce

1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

1 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2 In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the chicken thighs in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3 In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs on both sides until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
4 While the chicken is searing, prepare the sauce by whisking together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
5 Transfer the seared chicken thighs to an oven-safe dish. Pour the honey sesame sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.
6 Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
7 Garnish with additional toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.