Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Scallions
Tender chicken thighs glazed in a savory honey-sesame sauce accented with garlic and fresh scallions for a flavorful weeknight dish. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skin-on chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 6 pieces (about 2 lbs) boneless skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 4 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, and 4 minced garlic cloves until combined.
- Step 2: Pat dry 6 boneless skin-on chicken thighs and season with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place thighs skin side up on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil.
- Step 3: Brush the honey-soy mixture evenly over the chicken thighs. Roast for 25 minutes until the skin is caramelized and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 4 thinly sliced scallions over the top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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-Sesame Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Scallions?
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-Sesame Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Scallions?
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-Sesame Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Scallions 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-Sesame Glazed Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Scallions?
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.
