Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables
Juicy chicken thighs with a sticky-sweet glaze and perfectly caramelized seasonal veggies. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs (bone-in, skin-on) chicken thighs, olive oil, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (bone-in, skin-on) chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups carrots
- 2 cups zucchini
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 8-10 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups sliced carrots and 2 cups sliced zucchini to the skillet, then reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons honey and 1 tablespoon soy sauce, spooning the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables 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 Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables?
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 Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables?
American 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.
What others are saying
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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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Simple and delicious.
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The flavors in this crispy are incredible.
