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Sweet Chili-Glazed Chicken Thighs

Sweet Chili-Glazed Chicken Thighs

Delicious Sweet Chili-Glazed Chicken Thighs are a perfect dish for any meal, featuring a savory glaze and tender chicken.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 thighs
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thighs bone-in, skin-on chicken 2 to 2 ¼ pounds total
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 medium limes divided
  • 1 piece fresh ginger (1-inch)
  • ¾ cup sweet chili sauce

Instructions
 

  • Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 400°F.
  • Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt. Sear in skillet until golden-brown, 17 to 20 minutes.
  • Grate the zest from 1 lime into a bowl, juice the lime, and mix with ginger and sweet chili sauce.
  • Transfer chicken to a plate, remove excess fat from the pan, return chicken skin-side up and pour glaze over.
  • Roast in the oven until internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 10 to 12 minutes. Broil for extra color, if desired.
  • Serve with reserved lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg
Keyword chicken, dinner, easy, glazed, Skillet, sweet chili
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