Chile Jam Chicken
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Chile Jam Chicken recipe! Juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection and coated in a rich, sticky glaze made from spicy-sweet chile jam, tangy lime juice, umami-packed soy sauce, and fragrant ginger and garlic. Roasted to tender, caramelized perfection in the oven, this dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds for a pop of color and texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy yet impressive recipe is perfect for busy nights or entertaining guests. Serve it alongside fluffy steamed rice or roasted veggies for a balanced, flavor-packed meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cup chile jam
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, combine the chile jam, soy sauce, lime juice, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Mix well to create the glaze.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 3–4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for 2–3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and brush the chicken thighs generously with the chile jam glaze, ensuring the thighs are well coated.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 25–30 minutes, basting the chicken with the pan juices halfway through cooking, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as steamed rice or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.8 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.4 g | 212% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 3108 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.2 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.5 g | ||
| Protein | 169.1 g | 338% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2096 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
