Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Scallion Rice
Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and savory honey-soy sauce paired with fluffy scallion-infused rice. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs (about 1.5 lbs) boneless chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 6 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) boneless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
- 3 cups water
- 3, thinly sliced scallions
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine with 3 cups water and 1 tsp salt in a medium pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: While rice cooks, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger in a small bowl.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season 6 boneless chicken thighs with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add chicken to skillet and sear for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 4: Pour the honey-soy mixture over the chicken in the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 3-4 minutes, spooning the glaze over the chicken until it thickens and coats the thighs.
- Step 5: Fluff the cooked rice with a fork, then gently fold in 3 thinly sliced scallions. Serve the glazed chicken thighs on a bed of scallion rice, spooning extra glaze on top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Scallion Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Scallion Rice?
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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Scallion Rice?
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 Scallion Rice 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 Scallion Rice?
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.
