Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes
Juicy bone-in chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet honey-ginger glaze, roasted alongside caramelized sweet potatoes for a balanced weeknight meal. This asian-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on Chicken thighs, peeled and cubed 1-inch Sweet potatoes, Honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 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
- 8 oz, bone-in, skin-on Chicken thighs
- 12 oz, peeled and cubed 1-inch Sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp, grated Fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 12 oz cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until golden at edges.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp sesame oil.
- Step 3: Pat 8 oz chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season with remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place chicken on top of roasted sweet potatoes, skin-side up.
- Step 4: Brush chicken generously with honey-ginger glaze. Return to oven and roast for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and glaze is bubbling and caramelized.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (10 min prep + 45 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 Honey-Ginger 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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes 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.
Is Honey-Ginger 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
