Chili Jam Chicken Glaze (Printable)

Tender chicken thighs enhanced with a sticky, sweet-spicy chili jam glaze and fresh garnishes.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, approximately 2.6 lbs

→ Glaze

02 - 1/3 cup chili jam
03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
04 - 1 tablespoon honey
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Garnish

08 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
09 - 1 red chili, thinly sliced
10 - Fresh cilantro leaves
11 - Toasted sesame seeds

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and arrange skin-side up on the prepared tray. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together chili jam, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
04 - Brush a generous layer of chili jam glaze over each chicken thigh, reserving approximately one-third of the glaze for the final coating.
05 - Roast chicken in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
06 - Remove tray from oven and brush remaining glaze over chicken thighs.
07 - Return to oven and roast for additional 5-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and glaze is caramelized and sticky.
08 - Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then transfer to serving platter. Garnish with spring onions, chili slices, cilantro, and sesame seeds if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Fast Prep: Only 10 minutes of active preparation time.
  • Gluten-Free Friendly: Easily made gluten-free by swapping soy sauce for tamari.
  • Bold Fusion Flavors: A perfect balance of sweet honey, tangy vinegar, and aromatic chili jam.
02 -
  • Glazing Strategy: Reserving a portion of the glaze for the final few minutes of roasting adds a fresh layer of shine and prevents the sugars from burning.
  • Let it Rest: Allowing the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving ensures the juices redistribute, keeping the meat moist.
  • Dry Skin: For the stickiest results, ensure the chicken is as dry as possible before the first layer of glaze is applied.
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