Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Vegetables
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet honey-soy glaze, served with crisp-tender vegetables for a balanced meal. 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 410 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 lb chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 cups broccoli
- 1 cup carrots
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp salt. Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger in a small bowl. Pour half the mixture over chicken, then transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F oven and bake for 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Step 3: While chicken bakes, toss 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced carrots with 1 tsp sesame oil. Roast on a parchment-lined sheet pan at 400°F for 15 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Brush remaining glaze over chicken during the last 5 minutes of baking. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds and serve with roasted vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Vegetables?
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 Sesame Vegetables?
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 Vegetables 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 Vegetables 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
- ★★★★★
Easy to make and so flavorful. I'll definitely make this again.
- ★★★★★
This recipe saved my weeknight dinners! The glaze was perfect and the chicken was so juicy.
- ★★★★★
My family loved the sesame vegetables. The honey-soy glaze is a game-changer.
