Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Broccoli and Snow Peas
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet-savory glaze, served with crisp-tender broccoli and snow peas for a balanced weeknight meal. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar 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.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless (about 1.5 lbs) chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp, grated ginger
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup, trimmed snow peas
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to skillet, then add broccoli florets and snow peas. Stir-fry 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Pour reserved sauce into skillet, add 1/4 cup water, and bring to a simmer.
- Step 5: Stir in cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water, cooking 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats vegetables. Return chicken to skillet, turning to coat, and heat through for 1 minute.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Broccoli and Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 with Broccoli and Snow Peas?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Broccoli and Snow Peas?
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 with Broccoli and Snow Peas 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 with Broccoli and Snow Peas?
Asian one pot 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.
What others are saying
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
