Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger and Garlic

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Crispy-skinned chicken thighs bathed in a sticky-sweet glaze of honey and soy, enhanced by aromatic ginger and garlic. Served with steamed rice for a satisfying weeknight meal. This asian-inspired chicken 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 380 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.

★ 4.6 (10 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Asian-inspired cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 4 chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive 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.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar.
  4. Step 4: Pour sauce over chicken in the skillet, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats chicken evenly.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 1 tsp sesame seeds and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger and Garlic 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 and Garlic?

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 and Garlic?

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 and Garlic 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Ginger and Garlic?

Asian-inspired 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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