Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Perfectly tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet-tangy honey-mustard sauce, served alongside caramelized carrots, parsnips, and potatoes for a balanced, nutrient-packed weeknight favorite. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 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.

★ 3.9 (12 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 580 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Toss 8 oz carrots, 8 oz parsnips, and 8 oz potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a large sheet pan.
  4. Step 4: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on the sheet pan over the vegetables, then brush the honey-mustard mixture evenly over the chicken.
  5. Step 5: Roast for 25-28 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F internally and the vegetables are golden and tender when pierced with a fork.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 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 Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root 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 Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root 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 Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root 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.

What goes well with Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables?

American sheet pan 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.

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