Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken with Sesame-Ginger Veggies
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet honey-ginger glaze, served with vibrant sesame-sautéed broccoli and carrots for a balanced Asian-inspired weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs skin-on, 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 480 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 soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 medium, julienned carrots
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Marinate chicken for 15 minutes while preheating oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear 2 minutes more.
- Step 3: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally. Remove chicken, leaving fat in skillet.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli and 2 medium julienned carrots to the skillet. Stir in 1 tbsp sesame oil and cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Whisk 1 tsp cornstarch into 2 tbsp reserved marinade, then pour into skillet with vegetables. Cook for 1 minute until sauce thickens, then return chicken to skillet. Sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken with Sesame-Ginger Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Sesame-Ginger Veggies?
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 Sesame-Ginger Veggies?
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 Sesame-Ginger Veggies 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 Sesame-Ginger Veggies 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
- ★★★★★
Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better chicken dishes though.
