Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger
Crispy, juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet-savory honey-soy sauce, enhanced with fresh ginger and garlic for aromatic depth. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs chicken thighs, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 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
- 2 lbs chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 2 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook 5 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 4: Whisk 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water, then stir into sauce. Cook for 1 minute until glossy and coating the back of a spoon.
- Step 5: Return chicken to skillet, coating evenly with sauce. Cook for 2 minutes until heated through. Garnish with 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger?
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 chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger?
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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger 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.
Is Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
