Honey-Glazed Chicken with Steamed Rice

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Tender chicken thighs glazed in a sticky-sweet honey-soy sauce, perfectly paired with fluffy steamed rice for a simple weeknight meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs skin-on and 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 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.

★ 4.1 (14 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear, then combine with 2 cups water in a pot. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 18 minutes, then let rest covered for 5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add chicken skin-side down. Cook for 8 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 6 more minutes.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add honey and soy sauce to skillet, swirling to coat chicken. Simmer for 4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken, then serve over steamed rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken with Steamed Rice take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Steamed Rice?

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 Steamed Rice?

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 Steamed Rice 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 Steamed Rice?

American 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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