Honey-Glazed Teriyaki Chicken Thighs with Sesame Veggies
Crispy, sweet-savory chicken thighs with a glossy teriyaki glaze and tender vegetables, ready in under 30 minutes. This japanese-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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, boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1.5 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup, thinly sliced carrots
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated, in a small bowl.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then remove and set aside.
- Step 4: Pour teriyaki sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer, then whisk in 1/4 cup water and 1 tbsp cornstarch until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 2 minutes).
- Step 5: Return chicken to skillet, add 1.5 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced carrots, and toss to coat. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and sauce is glossy.
- Step 6: Serve immediately with extra sauce spooned over top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Teriyaki Chicken Thighs with Sesame Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 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 Teriyaki 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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Teriyaki 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 Teriyaki 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 Teriyaki Chicken Thighs with Sesame Veggies?
Japanese 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
