Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Broccoli

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Juicy chicken thighs baked with a sweet and savory honey-soy glaze, served alongside tender roasted broccoli sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds. This asian fusion-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 Fusion cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger until combined.
  2. Step 2: Place 6 bone-in chicken thighs on a large rimmed baking sheet and brush both sides generously with the honey-soy mixture. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Toss 4 cups broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil and spread them around the chicken on the sheet pan.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 25 minutes, then drizzle 2 tbsp sesame oil over the broccoli and sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds evenly. Return to oven for 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F) and broccoli edges are tender and slightly charred.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving the chicken with the glazed broccoli.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame 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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame 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.

Is Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame Broccoli 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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