Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Steamed Rice

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Tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet and sticky honey garlic sauce, served with fluffy steamed rice for a quick and satisfying dinner. This asian-inspired kid friendly ready in about 35 minutes pairs boneless skinless 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: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup white rice under cold water until water runs clear, then combine with 2 cups water in a medium pot. Bring to boil over high heat, reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  2. Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, about 165°F internal temperature.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar.
  4. Step 4: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken in the skillet, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 3-4 minutes, spooning sauce over chicken frequently until sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
  5. Step 5: Serve the sticky honey garlic chicken thighs over steamed rice and garnish with 2 sliced green onions.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Steamed Rice take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Steamed Rice?

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 honey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Steamed Rice?

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 Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Steamed Rice 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 Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Steamed Rice?

Asian kid friendly 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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