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    Home » Main Course Recipes » Chicken and Poultry Recipes

    Published: Feb 17, 2024 · Modified: May 13, 2024 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

    Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs

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    Making baked Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs is as easy as one, two, three! You'll love the beautiful mahogany color of this easy Asian-inspired chicken, not to mention its irresistible sweet and savory flavor!

    Deeply colored Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs with limes and cilantro.

    I love using chicken thighs and cook with them frequently. Some of my favorite recipes featuring the dark meat thighs are: French Onion Chicken Thighs, Maple Mustard Chicken Thighs, Baked Chicken Thighs with Everything Seasoning, and Chicken Thighs with Sauerkraut and Butternut Squash! When I tell you they're super versatile, I'm not joking around!

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    Table of Contents Found Here
    • The ingredients for making teriyaki glazed chicken:
    • Ingredient information:
    • If it's not broke, don't fix it:
    • Here's an excerpt of what I wrote about this chicken thigh recipe in 2013:
    • Why this recipe works:
    • Can other pieces of chicken be used for this recipe?
    • What is the proper internal temperature for cooked dark and white meat chicken?
    • Can this Asian-inspired marinade be used on anything other than chicken?
    • Why is it important to boil the marinade?
    • Make it a complete (and colorful) meal:
    • Additional recipes featuring chicken thighs:
    • Printable Recipe Card
    • Please comment if you've made this recipe.

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    The ingredients for making teriyaki glazed chicken:

    A visual ingredient list for making Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs.

    Ingredient information:

    • Chicken thighs - I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Feel free to use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, but be aware that the cooking time will be longer than what is written in the recipe card.
    •  Pineapple juice - It's the base of the sauce and brings fruity flavor to the party.
    •  Brown sugar - The sweet in the sweet and savory. I used dark brown sugar, but feel free to use light brown if that's what you have.
    •  Grated fresh ginger - for the best flavor, use fresh ginger and grate it into the marinade using a microplane. You'll notice (in the video) that I didn't even peel it. Why bother?
    •  Freshly minced garlic - I LOVE it and use a lot of it in my cooking. Feel free to use as much or as little as you like.
    •  Fresh lime juice - Brings brightness and the acidic component that makes the teriyaki glaze POP with flavor. It also helps tenderize the chicken.
    •  Teriyaki sauce (your favorite brand) - Adding bottled teriyaki sauce to a homemade teriyaki sauce seems weird, but it helps build a more complex flavor base.
    •  Soy sauce (I used low-sodium) - what self-respecting Asian dish wouldn't use soy sauce? A little goes a long way in imparting beloved Asian flavor.
    •  Sesame seeds are important for visual presentation, flavor, and texture.

    If it's not broke, don't fix it:

    I originally shared this Asian-Inspired chicken thigh recipe in 2013 when I was brand-new to food blogging.

    Even though this teriyaki chicken recipe has remained entirely unchanged, I've updated this post with additional pertinent information, including a cooking video, a printable recipe card, and many brand-new photos. Below is the original image from 2013.

    Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Thigh Recipe

    Here's an excerpt of what I wrote about this chicken thigh recipe in 2013:

    What do you do when you have a bunch of chicken thighs thawed from the freezer but no idea what to do with them?

    You scour the cabinets and fridge and see what you have that will make a scrumptious sauce.

    At least that's what I did when I came up with this recipe for Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Thighs.

    Why this recipe works:

    The sweetness of the brown sugar, and the pucker of the pineapple and lime juice, these chicken thighs are incredibly tasty and tender.

    The cilantro garnish is completely optional, but for me, it adds just the right and bright finishing touch to the dish.

    I served mine along with some oven-roasted cauliflower and broccoli which was the perfect accompaniment to this light and flavorful dinner. A few of the photos from 2013 are below.

    How to make Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs.

    Can other pieces of chicken be used for this recipe?

    Sure thing. Use it on legs, breasts, and even wings.

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    However, be aware that the cooking time will differ from what is written in the recipe card for boneless chicken thighs.

    Please refer to the chart below for proper chicken cooking temperatures.

    What is the proper internal temperature for cooked dark and white meat chicken?

    A chart with the proper internal temperature for cooking chicken.

    Can this Asian-inspired marinade be used on anything other than chicken?

    Oh my goodness, I'm so glad you asked… YES!

    Use it on pork, beef, fish, shrimp, scallops, or even as a dip for egg rolls. At least, that's what I would do (note to self).

    Why is it important to boil the marinade?

    Boiling the marinade (when using raw chicken) is critical!! Do not skip this step!!

    Since the marinade was used with raw chicken, boiling it will make it safe for consumption and kill harmful bacteria.

    If you decide not to make the thickened glaze on the stovetop, discard the marinade, and DO NOT use it.

    Make it a complete (and colorful) meal:

    Healthy Broccoli Salad with sweet and sour dressing is just what the title suggests. Sweet, sour, healthy, and utterly delicious!

    Roasted Red Potatoes with Lemongrass and Garlic are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. They're an easy yet impressive side dish that are packed with flavor!

    Mixed Berry Sorbet is a delicious combination of Mother Nature's finest berries that are pureed and then frozen into this luscious and healthy low-sugar treat.

    A platter filled with Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs by a kitchen window.

    Additional recipes featuring chicken thighs:

    Sweet, smoky, fragrant, and mouth-watering.  That's how I can best describe this recipe for Chipotle Honey Chicken Thighs.

    Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Thighs are a moist and flavorful family favorite that comes together in a snap with the help of the slow cooker.

    Baked Chicken Thighs with Everything-Seasoning is a super simple and quick cooking meal. This delicious dish is also economical, tender, and oh so flavorful!

    When you make today's recipe (and I hope that you will), I'd appreciate it if you'd take the time to come back and give it a star rating along with a comment on why you rated as you did.

    Search engines such as Google appreciate comments and ratings and, in turn, will show my recipes to more people. Please look for the pink star rating box within the printable recipe card. Thank you!!

    Printable Recipe Card

    A platter filled with Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs and cilantro.

    TERIYAKI GLAZED CHICKEN THIGHS 

    Renee Goerger
    Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs are tender and flavorful! A quick homemade teriyaki marinade infuses the chicken with fantastic flavor before baking, and while the chicken cooks, the sauce is reduced to a deep mahogany color and brushed liberally on the chicken thighs before serving.
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    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
    Course Asian Main Course, chicken thighs, main course - chicken
    Cuisine Asian Inspired
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 358 kcal

    Equipment

    • gallon zip top bag
    • Mixing Bowls
    • tongs
    • whisk
    • 13 x 9 casserole dish
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • cooking spray
    • paring knife
    • citrus juicer optional
    • microplane for grating ginger
    • cutting board optional
    • garlic press optional
    • instant read thermometer
    • pastry brush
    • 3 quart saucepan

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 3 pounds chicken thighs boneless and skinless
    • ½ cup low sodium teriyaki sauce
    • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
    • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
    • ⅔ cup pineapple juice
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
    • Fresh cilantro for garnish optional
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    Instructions
     

    • Place the chicken thighs in a gallon-sized zip-top plastic bag.
    • In a medium-size bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, lime juice, ginger, garlic, and sesame seeds.
    • Pour the sauce into the bag with the chicken, making sure to coat all the chicken. Allow the chicken to marinate for 30 minutes, turning the bag over at least once during that time.
    • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
    • After 30 minutes, use tongs to remove the chicken from the marinade and add it to a greased 13" x 9" baking dish, leaving the marinade in the bag.
    • Bake the chicken for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until the juices run clear and the thighs have reached an internal temperature of 175-degrees Fahrenheit on an instant read thermometer.
    • While the chicken bakes, empty the marinade from the bag into a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium/high heat on the stovetop, stirring occasionally, to reduce by half, which will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
    • Once the chicken is fully cooked, brush the thickened glaze liberally over each thigh, and garnish with fresh lime and chopped cilantro if desired before serving.

    Notes

    One serving = two chicken thighs
    Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    Cooked chicken thighs may be frozen. Store in an airtight freezer container or bag and freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat (covered) in a 350-degree oven until hot.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 358kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 46gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 215mgSodium: 1317mgPotassium: 702mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 59IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 3mg

    I sincerely hope you'll enjoy today's delicious baked chicken thighs with teriyaki glaze as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

    Fresh limes on a platter of Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Thighs.

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    1. Renee Goerger says

      December 27, 2013 at 2:27 pm

      Kitina, I did send you an email last evening and just now this morning saw this picture. Yes, I can paint glasses like this for you, no problem. The price for two would be $66.00 not including the shipping and handling. If you'd like to proceed with an order, please email me at: info@kudoskitchenbyrenee.com
      Thanks so much!
      Renee

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    2. Kitina Powell says

      December 26, 2013 at 10:33 pm

      Wondering if you can do this glass for me in a set of 2 with a silver glitter base with a name on the base. If so, can you email me with pricing. kitinapowell@gmail.com

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