Honey-Ginger Chicken with Sesame Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Crispy pan-seared chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet honey-ginger glaze, served with roasted broccoli for a balanced, vibrant meal. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe (gluten-free, high-protein), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 skin-on bone-in chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 1 lb skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels; toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1/2 tsp sugar, then season with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook for 4-5 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3. Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside; in the same skillet, add 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sesame oil, sautéing for 30 seconds until aromatic.
4. Step 4: Whisk in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 tbsp honey, and 1/4 cup water; bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened, then return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over top, cooking for 1 minute to coat.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, toss 2 cups broccoli florets with 1 tsp sesame oil and roast on a baking sheet at 425°F for 15 minutes until tender-crisp; serve chicken over broccoli, sprinkled with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.