Savory Korean Chicken Thighs
Savory Korean Chicken Thighs are packed with flavor and feature a delicious marinade of soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey. Perfect for family feasts or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Let them rest for a few minutes before garnishing with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the chicken thighs for the last few minutes of baking. Marinate longer for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg