Soy-Ginger Baked Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy

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Tender chicken thighs marinated in a savory soy-ginger sauce, baked until golden, served with crisp-tender bok choy. This asian-inspired chicken 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 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: 30 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour marinade over, coating evenly. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear 2 minutes on the other side.
  3. Step 3: Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Meanwhile, add halved bok choy to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken from oven, let rest 5 minutes. Serve with bok choy, garnished with sesame seeds.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Ginger Baked Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Soy-Ginger Baked Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy?

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 Soy-Ginger Baked Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy?

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 Soy-Ginger Baked Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy 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 Soy-Ginger Baked Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy?

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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