Sweet Chili-Glazed Chicken Thighs for a Sticky, Zesty Feast

Sweet Chili-Glazed Chicken Thighs are a weeknight game changer, featuring juicy thighs glazed in a vibrant sauce and ready in just over 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 thighs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Substitution: Use boneless thighs for quicker cooking.
1 teaspoon Kosher salt Essential for seasoning.

For the Glaze

2 medium Medium limes Substitution: Lemon can be used.
1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Substitution: Ground ginger can be used.
1 cup Sweet chili sauce Substitution: Make your own or mix honey with sriracha.

Equipment

cast-iron skillet
oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a cast iron skillet for cooking.
Pat each chicken thigh dry, season with kosher salt, and lay them skin-side up in the skillet.
Sear the chicken on medium heat for 17-20 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
While the chicken is searing, mix lime zest, lime juice, ginger, and sweet chili sauce in a bowl to make the glaze.
Once seared, pour off excess fat, glaze the chicken, and roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
Optionally, broil for 1-3 minutes for added crispiness.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Serve with fluffy jasmine rice or steamed veggies for a complete meal. Keep an eye on the broiling step to avoid burning.

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