Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy

Tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet-savory glaze, served with tender bok choy for a balanced weeknight meal.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: One Pot

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp honey
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 heads bok choy
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down and cook for 6-7 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 4-5 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Add 1 tbsp water to thin slightly.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from skillet, leaving fat behind. Add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil to skillet, then add remaining 2 garlic cloves and grated ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Step 5: Pour sauce mixture into skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Return chicken to skillet, coating evenly, and cook for 2 more minutes.
6. Step 6: Trim bok choy stalks, cut leaves into 2-inch pieces, and add to skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp, stirring occasionally.
7. Step 7: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.