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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Teriyaki Chicken Recipe for Perfect Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring crispy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral oil
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to prepare the teriyaki sauce.
  3. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water to make a slurry and set aside.
  4. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
  5. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil and spread evenly.
  6. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on the baking sheet, spaced apart.
  7. Brush the chicken with half of the teriyaki sauce.
  8. Bake in the oven for 25 minutes until mostly cooked and skin starts to crisp.
  9. Remove the sheet pan from the oven and brush the chicken with the remaining teriyaki sauce.
  10. Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, watching carefully to crisp the skin without burning.
  11. Meanwhile, pour the leftover teriyaki sauce into a small saucepan, stir in the cornstarch slurry, and simmer on medium heat for 1-2 minutes until thickened and glossy. Remove from heat.
  12. Brush the thickened glaze over the broiled chicken.
  13. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
  14. Serve immediately for best flavor and crispiness.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before cooking for crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Watch carefully during broiling to prevent burning. Sauce should be thickened separately in a saucepan for best results. Let chicken rest 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy. Marinating overnight is optional but skip broiling if marinated overnight to avoid burning sugar content.

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Keywords: teriyaki chicken, sheet pan dinner, crispy chicken thighs, easy dinner, weeknight meal, gluten-free option, family-friendly

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