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    Baked Soy Ginger Chicken Thighs

    Published: Aug 3, 2020 · Modified: Jul 12, 2022 by Radwa. Leave a Comment

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    Baked soy ginger chicken thighs with honey and garlic is a simple yet delicious recipe which will be ready in just half an hour.

    These oven-baked chicken thighs are so soft, delicious and flavourful; I am sure everyone will love it.

    Baked Chicken Thighs With Honey And Garlic

    Although I have made a lot of chicken recipes like chicken breasts, drumsticks and chicken livers; chicken thighs are the part I prefer as they are easy to cook. If you are looking for the best-baked chicken thigh recipe here it is, you will be surprised by how soft, tender and delicious it is.

    The Best Marinated Chicken Thighs

    Although I do not always have time for marinating chicken before baking them, honestly, marinated chicken thighs have a better taste even if I marinate them for only half an hour. 

    What's In The Marinade?

    Today's marinade is remarkable; it has so many flavours from olive oil, sesame oil, soy sauce along with the sweetness of honey and the wonderful taste and smell of ginger. It is truly amazing and makes the chicken thighs soft and tender.

    Baked soy ginger chicken thighs

    Baked Soy Ginger Chicken Thighs Ingredients

    Ingredients

    To make this chicken thigh recipe, you need to have the following ingredients.

    • Boneless chicken thighs
    • Apple cider vinegar; I like to use raw organic apple cider vinegar
    • Sesame oil
    • Fresh ginger, chopped
    • Spring onion, chopped
    • Garlic, minced
    • Olive oil, Preferable extra virgin olive oil
    • Soy sauce
    • Honey
    • Salt
    • Ground black pepper

    This chicken thigh recipe serves seven chicken thighs.

    How To Make Baked Soy Ginger Chicken Thighs

    how to bake chicken thighs

    Preparing the chicken: Wash the chicken thighs then use a chicken towel to get rid of any excess water.

    Preparing the marinade: In a big bowl, add apple cider vinegar, chopped fresh ginger, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced sesame oil, chopped spring onion, salt and black pepper. Stir well until incorporated.

    Marinate the chicken thighs: Transfer the chicken thighs into the marinade bowl then combine well.

    Leave the chicken to marinate for an hour(if you have time for marinating the chicken).

    Baking the marinated chicken thighs: Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish.

    Bake at 210C for 30 minutes or until fully cooked.

    Serving: Garnish with some chopped spring onion or parsley (I used both) then serve.

    Tips For Better Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

    After 15 minutes of baking the chicken thighs, you have to flip it on the other side for cooking well.

    Make sure not to overbake the chicken thighs for not turning out dry.

    Baked soy ginger chicken thighs with rice

    Tips and Variations!

    • Feel free to grill these chicken thighs instead of baking them.
    • You can use chicken breasts or drumsticks instead of thighs.
    • Add your favourite seasonings such as paprika, Italian seasoning or just dried basil.
    • If you are using chicken thighs with bones on, you may need to increase the baking time accordingly.

    Serving Ideas

    Serve this dish with Angel Hair Pasta.

    Is this a keto chicken thigh recipe?

    No, it is not a keto chicken thigh recipe, but to make it suitable for keto diet replace the honey with any sugar substitute and use a low sodium soy sauce.

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    Baked Soy Ginger Chicken Thighs

    Baked soy ginger chicken thighs with honey and garlic is a simple yet delicious recipe which will be ready in just half an hour.
    Course Dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine Chinese
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes minutes
    Servings 7 servings
    Calories 231kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Baking pan
    • Measuring spoons
    • Garlic press

    Ingredients

    • 600 g boneless chicken thighs
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
    • ½ teaspoon fresh ginger , chopped
    • 1 spring onion , chopped
    • 1 clove garlic , minced
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoon honey
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Wash the chicken thighs then use a chicken towel to get rid of any excess water.
    • In a big bowl, add apple cider vinegar, chopped fresh ginger, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced sesame oil, chopped spring onion, salt and black pepper. Stir well until incorporated.
    • Transfer the chicken thighs into the marinade bowl then combine well.
    • Leave the chicken to marinate for an hour(if you have time for marinating the chicken).
    • Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish.
    • Bake at 210C for 30 minutes or until fully cooked.
    • Garnish with some chopped spring onion or parsley (I used both) then serve.

    Notes

    • Feel free to grill these chicken thighs instead of baking them.
    • You can use chicken breasts or drumsticks instead of thighs.
    • Add your favourite seasonings such as paprika, Italian seasoning or just dried basil.
    • If you are using chicken thighs with bones on, you may need to increase the baking time accordingly.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 437mg | Potassium: 187mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 84IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
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