Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Veggies

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Crispy chicken thighs coated in a sticky honey-garlic glaze, served with roasted vegetables for a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 40 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 450 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.

★ 4.1 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer on a baking sheet. Brush evenly with honey glaze mixture.
  4. Step 4: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy, basting once halfway through.
  5. Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes, then sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Veggies take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 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-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame 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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame 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-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame 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.

What goes well with Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Veggies?

American sheet pan 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.

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