Sesame-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Stir-Fried Veggies
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet-savory sesame-ginger glaze, served over a bed of crisp-tender vegetables. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 lb, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp, minced ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 cup, florets broccoli
- 1/2 cup, thinly sliced carrots
- 2, chopped green onions
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1 lb chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp honey in a bowl. Add 1 tsp cornstarch, stirring until dissolved.
- Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down, cooking for 8 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 6 minutes until fully cooked.
- Step 4: Remove chicken, then add 1 cup broccoli and 1/2 cup sliced carrots to the skillet. Sauté for 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the sauce, and simmer for 3 minutes until thickened and glossy. Sprinkle with 2 chopped green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Stir-Fried Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 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 Sesame-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Stir-Fried Veggies?
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 Sesame-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Stir-Fried Veggies?
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 Glazed Chicken Thighs with Stir-Fried Veggies 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 Glazed Chicken Thighs with Stir-Fried Veggies?
Asian asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
