🍗 Maple-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs

(Crispy skin, sticky glaze, deep umami flavor)

Golden-crisp chicken thighs lacquered in a glossy maple-soy glaze that clings to every curve. Sweet, salty, rich — caramelized at the edges and dripping with flavor. It’s the kind of dish that tastes slow-cooked but comes together fast.

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📝 Ingredients (serves 2–3):
• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• Salt & pepper
• 1 tbsp neutral oil (for searing)

For the glaze:
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• Optional: chili flakes or smoked paprika for heat

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🔥 Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F / 200°C.
2. Sear the chicken:
Pat thighs dry. Season with salt and pepper. Sear skin-side down in a hot oven-safe skillet with oil until deeply golden (6–8 min). Flip and cook 2 more minutes. Remove excess fat if needed.
3. Make the glaze:
In a bowl, mix maple syrup, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and optional chili flakes.
4. Glaze & roast:
Brush glaze over chicken. Transfer skillet to oven. Roast 15–20 min, brushing with more glaze halfway through, until chicken is sticky, deep golden, and cooked through.
5. Rest & serve:
Let sit 5 minutes before serving. Spoon extra glaze from pan over the top for that glossy finish.

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