Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions

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Tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet-savory honey-soy sauce with fresh ginger and scallions, served over steamed jasmine rice for a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 50 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 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.

★ 4.4 (15 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1 1/2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a bowl, whisk 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp fresh ginger (minced), and 1 tbsp cornstarch until smooth. Pour half over chicken, coating evenly, and marinate 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down, and cook 5 minutes until golden. Flip and cook 8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and keep warm.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 medium scallions (sliced, white and green parts separated) and 1 tsp sesame oil to the skillet. Sauté 1 minute until fragrant. Pour remaining honey-soy mixture into skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook 2 minutes until thickened and glossy.
  4. Step 4: While sauce simmers, cook 1 cup jasmine rice with 1 1/4 cups water in a rice cooker or pot until fluffy (about 18 minutes). Serve chicken over rice with sauce spooned generously over top and garnish with reserved scallion greens.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Scallions?

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 with Ginger and Scallions?

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 Scallions 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 Ginger and Scallions?

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.

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