Crispy Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Vegetables
Juicy chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet glaze, paired with caramelized root vegetables for a perfect weeknight meal. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, honey, sriracha sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cups, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick carrots
- 2 cups, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick parsnips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 1.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp sriracha sauce, 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, and 1 tbsp maple syrup in a small bowl. Brush half the glaze over chicken thighs, reserving the rest for later.
- Step 3: Toss 2 cups sliced carrots and 2 cups sliced parsnips with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a sheet pan.
- Step 4: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on the vegetable tray. Roast for 25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and vegetables are tender with browned edges.
- Step 5: Brush remaining glaze over chicken, return to oven for 5 minutes until sticky and caramelized. Let rest 5 minutes before serving with vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 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 Crispy Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple 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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple 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-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Vegetables 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-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Vegetables 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.
What others are saying
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Absolutely wonderful.
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The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.