Asian-Glazed Chicken Thighs
Succulent chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and savory Asian-inspired marinade of orange, honey, and soy sauce, served over tender rice noodles. This dish perfectly balances citrus, umami, and subtle heat.
Ingredients
- •8 pieces chicken thighs
- •2 oranges orange zest
- •¾ cup fresh orange juice
- •¼ cup honey
- •3 tablespoons soy sauce
- •2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- •1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- •1 tablespoon garlic
- •¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- •8 ounces rice noodles
- •4 pieces scallions
- •thinly sliced
- •for garnish
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
1. The day before serving, rinse the chicken and pat dry. Place in a bowl.
5 min
- 2.
2. Combine the next 8 ingredients to make a marinade; toss with the chicken to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours, or overnight.
10 min
- 3.
3. Thirty minutes before cooking, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the chicken in a large, shallow roasting pan and season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour the marinade over the chicken.
10 min
- 4.
4. Bake the chicken until it's golden brown and cooked through, basting frequently, about 45 minutes.
45 min
- 5.
5. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Turn off the heat and stir in the rice noodles. Let soak until tender, about 7 minutes. Drain, rinse under warm water, and drain again.
15 min
- 6.
6. Divide the noodles between 4 bowls. Place 2 chicken thighs in each bowl and spoon the pan sauce over the top. Garnish with scallions and serve immediately.
5 min
