Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken with Broccoli
Tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet-savory honey-ginger sauce, served with perfectly crisp-tender broccoli for a balanced weeknight meal. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar 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 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, boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large head, cut into florets broccoli
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Mix 2 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in a single layer for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Step 4: Add remaining 2 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir-fry 1 cup broccoli florets for 4-5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet. Pour in cornstarch slurry and stir constantly for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.
- Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 with 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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken with 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 with 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 with 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
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★★
I've tried many chicken recipes and this is hands down the best.
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
