Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and sticky honey glaze, roasted alongside caramelized sweet potatoes for a balanced, satisfying meal. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 53 minutes pairs chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 540 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

★ 4.1 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 38 min Serves 4 American cuisine 540 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 2 medium peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined sheet pan; spread in a single layer.
  2. Step 2: Pat 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry. In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to make a glaze.
  3. Step 3: Rub the glaze evenly over chicken thighs, then place skin-side up on the sweet potatoes. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 35-40 minutes, until chicken skin is golden and crispy and sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, basting once halfway through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 53 minutes (15 min prep + 38 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 Sweet Potatoes?

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 chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes?

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 Sweet Potatoes 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 Crispy Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes 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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