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Simple Asian Glazed Chicken Thighs

These Simple Asian Glazed Chicken Thighs contain only 3g protein and 154 calories per serving—a critical gap for lifters. This recipe requires reformulation; as written, it cannot support muscle-building or macro-tracking goals and should not be used for protein meal prep.

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Ingredients

6 servings
  • Chicken Thigh, Bone-In, Skin-On

    Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.

  • Vinegar, Rice(80g)
  • Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(60g)
  • Honey(45g)
  • Brown sugar(30g)
  • Sesame Oil, Toasted(30g)
  • Garlic(240g)
  • Ginger, Fresh Root(5g)
  • Bok Choy
  • Green Onion (Scallion)

Instructions

  1. 1Wash the chicken thighs and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. 2Whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  3. 3Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook for 8–10 minutes until the skin renders and begins to brown, then flip skin-side up. Pour two-thirds of the glaze evenly over the chicken thighs, turning each to coat well.
  4. 4Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for 15–18 minutes, uncovered, until the skin is deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F at the thickest part of the thigh without touching bone.
  5. 5While the chicken finishes cooking, steam or boil the bok choy in a separate pot over medium-high heat for 4–6 minutes until tender-crisp, then drain well.
  6. 6Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice or serve whole.
  7. 7Divide the chicken, bok choy, and remaining glaze evenly into 6 airtight meal prep containers while the chicken is still warm. Garnish each container with sliced green onions.
  8. 8Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating. Reheat in a microwave (2–3 minutes) or stovetop (medium heat, 5 minutes) before serving.

Nutrition — Per Serving

154

calories

3g

protein

5g

fat

Carbohydrates
25g
Saturated fat
0.8g
Sodium
369 mg
Dietary fiber
0.9g

6 servings per batch · ~82g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Simple Asian Glazed Chicken Thighs have per serving?

Each serving delivers only 3g of protein and 154 calories, making this recipe unsuitable as a primary protein source for anyone tracking macros. The macro profile is 5g fat and 25g carbs, which suggests this functions more as a side dish than a standalone meal.

How long does Simple Asian Glazed Chicken Thighs take to prep?

Quick prep on the stovetop combined with 6 servings means you can batch-prepare this efficiently for the week. Active time per serving is minimal when amortized across the full batch.

Is Simple Asian Glazed Chicken Thighs good for muscle gain?

No — at only 3g protein per serving, this recipe does not support muscle-building macros and would require pairing with a high-protein base like rice or protein powder to become viable for training nutrition.

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