Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple-Thyme Glaze

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Coated in a sticky-sweet maple-honey glaze with aromatic thyme, served with roasted carrots and rosemary potatoes. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs Honey, Pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk honey, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp thyme until smooth. Pat chicken breasts dry, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Toss carrots and potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet. Roast at 400°F for 25 minutes until golden at the edges.
  3. Step 3: Brush chicken with 2 tbsp glaze; cook in a preheated skillet over medium-high heat for 6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Baste with remaining glaze during cooking. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple-Thyme Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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-Glazed Chicken with Maple-Thyme Glaze?

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-Glazed Chicken with Maple-Thyme Glaze?

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-Glazed Chicken with Maple-Thyme Glaze 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 Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple-Thyme Glaze 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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