Hoisin-Glazed Chicken with Sesame Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

Tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet-savory hoisin glaze, paired with crisp-tender broccoli for a balanced and flavorful meal. This Asian fusion recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, hoisin sauce, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes boneless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp honey.
2. Step 2: Place 1 lb cubed chicken thighs in the bowl and coat evenly with the sauce. Let marinate for 15 minutes while preparing vegetables.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown on all sides, then set aside.
4. Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and pour into the skillet.
5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet, toss to coat, and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and broccoli.