Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Green Onions

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Succulent chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet honey-soy glaze, topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a burst of flavor. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, sesame oil, minced garlic 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and cook for 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Whisk 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/2 cup chicken broth in a small bowl. Pour into skillet, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water, then add to skillet, stirring until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 2 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Return chicken to skillet, turning to coat. Top with 1/2 of sliced green onions (white parts) and 1 tbsp sesame seeds. Cover and cook on low for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  7. Step 7: Transfer chicken to a plate, tented with foil. Discard skin. Serve with remaining green onions (green parts) and sesame seeds.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Green Onions take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Sesame and Green Onions?

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 sesame oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Green Onions?

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 Sesame and Green Onions 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 Sesame and Green Onions?

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.

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