Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame-Ginger Veggies
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet glaze, served alongside crisp-tender broccoli and carrots with a gingery sesame kick. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, soy sauce, honey 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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
- 1.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup, thinly sliced carrots
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp garlic powder and a pinch of salt.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp grated ginger until smooth.
- Step 3: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 3 more minutes, then pour the honey-soy glaze evenly over the chicken.
- Step 4: Scatter 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced carrots around the chicken in the skillet. Drizzle with 1 tsp sesame oil, then cover and transfer to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven. Bake for 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and veggies are tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame-Ginger Veggies 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame-Ginger Veggies?
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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame-Ginger Veggies?
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-Ginger Veggies 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 Sesame-Ginger Veggies 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
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
