Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Ginger
Juicy chicken thighs pan-seared and finished with a sticky honey, sesame, and fresh ginger glaze that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs 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 320 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
- 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season lightly with salt. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin side down and cook for 7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
- Step 2: Flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine 1/4 cup honey, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tsp sesame oil.
- Step 3: Pour the honey-ginger mixture over the chicken thighs in the pan. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5-7 minutes, spooning the glaze over the chicken until it thickens and coats the meat.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Ginger?
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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Ginger?
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-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Ginger 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.
What goes well with Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Ginger?
Asian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
