Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet-tangy glaze, served with sautéed bok choy. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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
- 8 (4 oz each), boneless and skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 bunch, chopped (about 4 cups) bok choy
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken thighs with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown; remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir in minced ginger and minced garlic, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Add honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar; simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet, coating with sauce. Add chopped bok choy and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bok choy is wilted and chicken is cooked through. Drizzle with 1/2 tsp sesame oil before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
