Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Broccoli
Crispy, caramelized chicken thighs with a sticky-sweet honey-ginger glaze, served alongside perfectly roasted broccoli. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 1.5 lbs, skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1.5 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1.5 lbs, cut into florets broccoli
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1.5 tbsp grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp sesame oil in a small bowl. Brush half the mixture over chicken thighs.
- Step 3: Roast for 25 minutes until skin is golden and crispy, then brush with remaining glaze and roast 5 more minutes until caramelized.
- Step 4: While chicken roasts, toss 1.5 lbs broccoli florets with 1/2 tbsp sesame oil and 1/4 tsp salt. Spread on a separate baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until edges are charred and tender.
- Step 5: Transfer chicken to a plate, top with 1 tsp sesame seeds, and serve with roasted broccoli, drizzling any pan juices over the top.
Equipment for this recipe
Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Sesame Broccoli?
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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Broccoli?
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 Sesame Broccoli 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 Sesame Broccoli 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
