Honey-Glazed Teriyaki Chicken with Snap Peas

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Tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce with crisp snap peas, ready in 20 minutes for a restaurant-quality weeknight meal. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs skinless and boneless Chicken thighs, Soy sauce, Honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season with 1/4 tsp salt. Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C), then set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Add snap peas to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes until crisp-tender and bright green, stirring frequently.
  5. Step 5: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook for 2 minutes until thickened and glossy, stirring constantly.
  6. Step 6: Return chicken to the skillet, toss to coat evenly, and cook for 1 minute more until heated through. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Teriyaki Chicken with Snap Peas take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 with Snap Peas?

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 with Snap Peas?

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 with Snap Peas 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 with Snap Peas?

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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