Sure Sounds Crazy Chicken
Get ready to fall in love with "Sure Sounds Crazy Chicken," a bold and irresistible oven-baked dish that transforms everyday chicken thighs into a symphony of tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors. Perfectly marinated in a sticky glaze made with soy sauce, honey, ketchup, and a fiery kick of sriracha, this recipe boasts mouthwatering caramelized skin, thanks to a finishing broil that crisps every bite to perfection. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for balance, this dish is as simple as it is sensational, with just 15 minutes of prep time. Garnished with vibrant green onions and nutty sesame seeds, this flavorful chicken pairs beautifully with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a satisfying dinner that’s sure to wow. Perfect for weeknight meals or a weekend treat, this dish truly delivers on its unexpected name.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 0.333 cup honey
- 0.333 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with foil or lightly grease it for easy cleanup.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in the prepared baking dish with the skin side up.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, ketchup, sriracha sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, and vegetable oil. This will be your glaze.
Pour 3/4 of the glaze mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, making sure to coat each piece well. Reserve the rest of the glaze for basting later.
Place the chicken in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, basting the chicken with the reserved glaze every 10-15 minutes. For best results, spoon some glaze over the chicken and spread it with a brush or back of the spoon.
In the last 5 minutes of cooking, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) or switch to broil mode for crispy, caramelized skin. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve hot with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.0 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.0 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 1345 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.5 g | ||
| Protein | 162.7 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2132 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.
