Mahogany Glazed Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Mahogany Glazed Chicken recipe—a symphony of bold flavors and stunning presentation. Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs are seared until crispy, then bathed in a rich, umami-packed glaze made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and fresh ginger. The chicken is oven-roasted to perfection, creating a beautifully caramelized, mahogany-hued finish that's both sweet and savory. A quick cornstarch slurry ensures the glaze thickens into a luscious coating, while garnishes of sliced scallions and sesame seeds add a pop of color and texture. Perfectly paired with steamed rice or your favorite veggies, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that's as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Scallions (sliced for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the glaze.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
Season the chicken thighs lightly with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in the skillet.
Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
Pour the prepared glaze over the chicken, coating all pieces evenly.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, basting the chicken with the glaze every 10 minutes to ensure a glossy finish.
While the chicken is baking, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
After the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C), remove it from the skillet and set it aside.
Place the skillet with the remaining glaze over medium heat and add the cornstarch slurry. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Return the chicken to the skillet, tossing it in the thickened glaze to ensure it's well coated.
Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds.
Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.0 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.9 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 972 mg | 324% | |
| Sodium | 5610 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.9 g | ||
| Protein | 230.0 g | 460% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2850 mg | 61% | |
*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.
