Sesame-Ginger Glazed Chicken with Crispy Roasted Veggies
Tender chicken thighs coated in a savory-sweet sesame-ginger glaze, served with perfectly caramelized broccoli and carrots roasted to golden perfection. This asian-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 58 minutes pairs (680g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, (minced) fresh ginger, low-sodium 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
- 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1.5 tbsp (minced) fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1.5 tbsp honey
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together minced ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and 1 tsp water until smooth.
- Step 3: Place chicken in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush generously with 2/3 of the glaze, and roast at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes.
- Step 4: Toss broccoli and carrots with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then spread around chicken on the sheet.
- Step 5: Roast 15-18 more minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally, vegetables are tender-crisp with golden edges, and glaze is bubbling and sticky.
- Step 6: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame-Ginger Glazed Chicken with Crispy Roasted Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 58 minutes (20 min prep + 38 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 with Crispy Roasted 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 (minced) fresh ginger from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Ginger Glazed Chicken with Crispy Roasted 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 with Crispy Roasted 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.
Is Sesame-Ginger Glazed Chicken with Crispy Roasted Veggies 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
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★★
Made exactly as written. Wouldn't change a thing.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 38-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
