Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken with Broccoli

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with a sticky honey-sesame glaze served alongside tender-roasted broccoli florets. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, broccoli florets, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger until combined.
  2. Step 2: Place 6 bone-in chicken thighs and 4 cups broccoli florets on a large sheet pan. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over broccoli and sprinkle 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly over chicken and broccoli. Toss broccoli to coat.
  3. Step 3: Brush half of the honey-soy glaze evenly over the chicken thighs. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
  4. Step 4: After 20 minutes, brush the chicken with the remaining glaze and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and broccoli is tender with slight crisp edges.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds over chicken and broccoli. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken with Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken 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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken with Broccoli?

Asian 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.

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