Sesame Baked Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Sesame Baked Chicken recipe—an effortless yet flavor-packed dish that combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with a savory-sweet marinade. The bold blend of soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger infuses every bite with rich, Asian-inspired flavors, while a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds delightful crunch. Baked to perfection in under an hour, this dish delivers crispy, golden skin without the need for frying. Garnished with fresh green onions for a pop of color, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or a simple salad, making it a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for busy nights, family dinners, or impressing guests, this easy sesame chicken recipe is your new go-to for comforting, flavorful meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 as needed Cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season them evenly with salt and ground black pepper on both sides.
Place the chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, skin side up. Brush the soy sauce mixture generously over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated evenly.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top of the chicken, pressing lightly so they stick.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve warm with steamed rice or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.4 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.9 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 4596 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 117.0 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1466 mg | 31% | |
*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.
