Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

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Tender chicken breasts glazed in a sweet and tangy honey sauce, served with a colorful medley of roasted vegetables for a balanced, low-calorie meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

★ 3.9 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 4 chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with 1/2 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Brush the honey sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, then arrange 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli florets, bell pepper strips, zucchini slices) around the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Season the vegetables with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tbsp olive oil, then roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F) and vegetables are tender.
  5. Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional) before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 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 honey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Chicken with 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 Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Vegetables 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.

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

American chicken 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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