Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Sesame Green Beans

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Juicy chicken thighs glazed in a honey-soy sauce roasted alongside crisp-tender green beans tossed with toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs skin-on bone-in chicken thighs, trimmed green beans, 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: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, and 3 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Place 6 chicken thighs skin-side up on a large rimmed sheet pan. Brush each thigh generously with half of the honey-soy glaze. Toss 12 oz trimmed green beans with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then arrange them in a single layer beside the chicken on the pan.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 25 minutes, then brush the chicken and green beans with the remaining glaze. Roast for another 10-15 minutes until the chicken skin is caramelized and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the green beans. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Sesame Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Sesame Green Beans?

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 trimmed green beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Sesame Green Beans?

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-Soy Chicken Thighs with Sesame Green Beans 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken Thighs with Sesame Green Beans 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.

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