Three-Ingredient Sticky Baked Chicken

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 13

Three-Ingredient Sticky Baked Chicken recipe for a quick and easy dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3/4 cup chili sauce or 3/4 cup ketchup
	6 tablespoons soy sauce
	6 tablespoons maple syrup
	12 small boneless skinless chicken thighs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

375

Sugar

21g

Fat

10g

This Three-Ingredient Sticky Baked Chicken recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. The chicken thighs are coated in a flavorful sweet and savory glaze made with chili sauce or ketchup, soy sauce, and maple syrup. The chicken is baked in the oven, allowing the sauce to caramelize on top. The result is tender and juicy chicken that is packed with flavor. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table fast.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
2.	In a small bowl, mix together the chili sauce or ketchup, soy sauce, and maple syrup.
3.	Place the chicken thighs in a single layer in a baking dish.
4.	Pour the sauce over the chicken, turning to coat.
5.	Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is caramelized, brushing with any remaining sauce every 10 minutes.

PROS

With only three ingredients, this recipe is quick and easy to make.

The sticky glaze on the chicken is sweet and savory, making it a hit with both adults and children.

CONS

This recipe calls for maple syrup, which can be high in sugar.

The chicken may stick to the baking dish if not coated with a non-stick spray or lined with parchment paper.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles.
The soy sauce in this recipe adds a delicious salty flavor and has been linked to boosting the immune system and reducing the risk of heart disease. Maple syrup is a natural sweetener and is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.