Sticky Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs

These chicken thighs are oven‑roasted and coated in a sweet‑savory sticky glaze that caramelizes beautifully—effortless yet full of flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It uses pantry‑friendly staples—no exotic ingredients needed Serious Eats+15RecipeTin Eats+15Cafe Delites+15
• Crisp, caramelized skin with juicy, tender meat—plus plenty of sauce to drizzle RecipeTin Eats
• Minimal prep and mostly hands‑off baking make it ideal for busy dinners YouTube+15RecipeTin Eats+15Bon Appétit+15

Ingredients

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• chicken thighs (boneless skinless or bone‑in skin‑on)
• soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
• brown sugar or honey (or maple syrup)
• garlic (minced)
• vinegar (apple cider or rice wine)
• oil (optional)
• ginger (optional, fresh)
• butter (optional, for finishing glaze)
• seasonings: salt, pepper, powdered garlic, paprika (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 220 °C (425 °F). Pat chicken dry.
2. In a bowl, whisk glaze ingredients: soy/Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar (or honey), vinegar, garlic, oil; add ginger if using The Cookie Rookie®+7RecipeTin Eats+7Familystyle Food+7Cafe Delites.
3. Arrange chicken in a baking dish or rimmed sheet in a single layer; coat with glaze. If using bone‑in thighs, tuck shallots or sliced onion around them (optional) YouTube+15Familystyle Food+15The Guardian+15.
4. Bake 30–35 minutes until golden and cooked through (165 °F internal).
5. If bones are used, pour pan juices into a small saucepan with honey and butter; simmer until reduced, then brush over chicken and return to oven for 5 minutes to crisp The Guardian+2Simply Recipes+2Cafe Delites+2Familystyle Food.
6. For boneless thighs, skip the butter reduction and optionally broil briefly to caramelize RecipeTin Eats.
7. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Spoon extra glaze over top.

Servings and timing

• Serves: 4 (about 6 thighs) for boneless; 6 with bone‑in thighs Cafe DelitesFamilystyle Food
• Prep: ~5–10 minutes
• Cook: ~30–40 minutes
• Total: ~35–45 minutes

Variations

• Asian‑style glaze: add sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, ginger and garlic for a sweet-savory fusion Southern Living+15Cafe Delites+15The Guardian+15YouTube+10Home Cooking Adventure+10Bon Appétit+10.
• Honey garlic version: stir minced garlic, honey, soy sauce plus optional chili flakes for spice No Dash of Gluten.
• Hoisin‑inspired glaze: mix brown sugar, hoisin, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, garlic for richer spice The Recipe Critic.

Storage/reheating

Store leftovers and pan juices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days The Guardian+8The Cookie Rookie®+8Familystyle Food+8.
To reheat, place chicken in baking dish with juices, cover with foil, bake ~30–40 minutes at 350 °F until warmed through (165 °F internal); uncover and broil briefly to crisp the skin Simply Recipes+1Cafe Delites+1.

FAQs

### 1. Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?

Yes, but breast meat tends to dry out more. Thighs stay juicier and accept glaze better RecipeTin EatsFamilystyle Food.

2. Do I need to marinate the chicken ahead of time?

No. This recipe works without long marination—the glaze can be applied just before baking Cafe Delites+1RecipeTin Eats+1.

3. How do I know if the chicken is cooked through?

Use a thermometer: internal temperature should reach 165 °F (75 °C). Juices should run clear when pierced Familystyle FoodRecipeTin Eats.

4. Can I make this gluten‑free?

Yes—use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure vinegar and other condiments are gluten‑free.

5. What sides go well with this dish?

Steamed rice, roasted vegetables, greens, or cabbage slaw pair beautifully.

6. Can I adjust sweetness or spice level?

Absolutely—use more or less sugar/honey, add chili flakes, hoisin, or sweet chili sauce to modify flavor Allrecipes+15Budget Bytes+15No Dash of Gluten+15Southern Living+9Simply Recipes+9The Guardian+9.

7. Is the sauce thick enough to drizzle?

Yes—if you reduce the glaze in a saucepan (especially with honey or butter), it becomes syrupy and ideal for drizzling Familystyle FoodSimply Recipes.

8. Can I air‑fry this chicken instead?

Yes—air frying works well: lower temperature (around 200 °C/400 °F), but monitor glaze to prevent burning.

9. What if my glaze burns before the chicken is done?

Lower the oven slightly or brush glaze halfway through cooking, reserving extra for finishing.

10. Can I freeze leftovers?

Yes—sealed in freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating The Cookie Rookie®.

Conclusion

These sticky glazed roasted chicken thighs deliver big flavor with minimal effort. Crisp, caramelized skin cloaks tender, juicy meat beneath—a crowd‑pleasing weeknight winner. Whether you go simple pantry style or jazz it up with ginger, hoisin, or chili heat, you can count on a satisfying dish—easy to prep, bake, and reheat. Let me know if you’d like articles for the other recipes you listed!

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