Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Ginger
Tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet-savory sauce with fresh ginger and garlic, perfect for weeknight dinners. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 42 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 320 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 chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 3, sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with a pinch of salt.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp minced ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sesame oil until combined.
- Step 3: Place chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet and brush with half the sauce. Bake for 25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 4: Brush remaining sauce over chicken, top with 3 sliced green onions, and broil for 2 minutes until slightly caramelized.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 42 minutes (15 min prep + 27 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 Ginger?
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 with Ginger?
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 Ginger 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 with Ginger 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.
