Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs: Juicy Flavor in Every Bite
This easy soy garlic chicken thighs recipe delivers juicy, flavorful bites that are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, garlic, honey, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a little oil.
- Add the marinated chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side until they are cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg