Asian Honey Sesame Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

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

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

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the chicken thighs in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3. 03
   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. 04
   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. 05
   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. 06
   Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
7. 07
   Garnish with additional toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.