Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Asparagus
Juicy chicken thighs with a sticky-sweet-spicy glaze, roasted alongside crisp-tender asparagus for a balanced weeknight dinner. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, 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
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 2 minutes more.
- Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl. Pour glaze evenly over chicken in skillet.
- Step 4: Arrange 1 lb trimmed asparagus around chicken, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5: Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and asparagus is tender-crisp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 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-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Asparagus?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Asparagus?
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-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Asparagus 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-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Asparagus 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
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Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
