Honey-Glazed Chicken with Ginger and Sesame

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Tender chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and savory honey-ginger sauce, finished with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, honey, finely grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 6 chicken thighs and season with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken, skin-side down, for 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp.
  2. Step 2: Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes until mostly cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 2 tsp sesame oil. Cook the sauce for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over each piece. Simmer for 3 more minutes until chicken is cooked through and glossy.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the chicken before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken with Ginger and Sesame take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 with Ginger and Sesame?

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-Glazed Chicken with Ginger and Sesame?

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 with Ginger and Sesame 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 with Ginger and Sesame?

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.

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