Sesame-Ginger Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Broccoli
Juicy chicken thighs roasted on a sheet pan with broccoli, glazed in a savory sesame-ginger sauce for an effortless weeknight meal. This asian fusion-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs chicken thighs, broccoli florets, soy sauce 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 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 3 cloves minced garlic until combined.
- Step 2: Place 4 chicken thighs skin-side up and 3 cups broccoli florets on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over broccoli and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Brush the soy-sesame mixture evenly over the chicken thighs and broccoli, reserving 2 tbsp for basting.
- Step 4: Roast in the oven for 25 minutes, then baste chicken and broccoli with reserved sauce and continue roasting for 10-15 minutes more until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and skin is crispy.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over everything, and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame-Ginger Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Sesame-Ginger Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Broccoli?
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 Sesame-Ginger Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Broccoli?
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 Sesame-Ginger Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Broccoli 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 Sesame-Ginger Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Broccoli?
Asian Fusion chicken 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.
