Starlight Glazed Chicken

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Tender chicken breasts coated in a glossy honey-soy glaze that shimmers like Mario's star power, served with roasted vegetables. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs each Chicken breasts, tablespoons Honey, tablespoon Soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper, then place in a shallow dish.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a bowl.
  3. Step 3: Brush half the glaze over chicken breasts, then refrigerate for 15 minutes to marinate.
  4. Step 4: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven and bake for 12 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
  6. Step 6: While chicken bakes, toss 2 cups chopped broccoli and 2 cups sliced carrots with 1 teaspoon sesame oil and roast on a sheet pan at 400°F for 15 minutes until tender-crisp.
  7. Step 7: Remove chicken from oven, brush with remaining glaze, and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sesame seeds. Rest 5 minutes before serving with roasted vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Starlight Glazed Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Starlight Glazed Chicken?

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 each chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Starlight Glazed Chicken?

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 Starlight Glazed Chicken 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 Starlight Glazed Chicken 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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