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Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs Oven Baked

A plate piled high with glistening Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs Oven Baked, coated in a dark, caramelized glaze and sprinkled with sesame seeds.
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This recipe provides simple instructions for baking chicken thighs until they are juicy and coated in a thick, sticky sweet chili glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels. Rub the thighs all over with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place them skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Bake the chicken for 25 minutes.
  4. While the chicken bakes, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic.
  5. Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
  6. After the initial 25 minutes of baking, brush half of the sweet chili glaze evenly over the chicken thighs.
  7. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes.
  8. Remove the chicken, brush with the remaining glaze, and bake for a final 5 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) and the skin is sticky and caramelized.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For crispier skin, place the chicken on a wire rack set inside the baking sheet before baking.
  • If you prefer boneless, skinless thighs, reduce the total cooking time by about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions before serving for added color.

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