Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Ginger and Bok Choy
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet glaze with fresh ginger, served over steamed bok choy for a vibrant, balanced meal. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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
- 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 lb trimmed and halved bok choy
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper, then place skin-side down in a cold large skillet. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook for 6 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 2: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp minced ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sesame oil to the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 3: Add 1/4 cup water and 1 tsp cornstarch to the sauce, stirring until smooth and glossy, then return chicken to the skillet, coating it evenly. Simmer for 2 minutes to reheat.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, place 1 lb halved bok choy in a steamer basket over simmering water and steam for 5 minutes until tender-crisp. Arrange bok choy on plates and top with chicken thighs.
- Step 5: Spoon any remaining sauce over the chicken and garnish with 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Ginger and Bok Choy 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 with Ginger and Bok Choy?
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 Ginger and Bok Choy?
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 and Bok Choy 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 and Bok Choy 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
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
