Honey-Glazed Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies
Tender chicken breasts coated in a sweet-savory honey-herb glaze, served alongside perfectly caramelized seasonal vegetables for a balanced meal that's always a crowd-pleaser. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 37 minutes pairs olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 4 (6 oz each), pounded to 1/2-inch thickness chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme
- 2 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds zucchini
- 1 medium, cut into 1-inch wedges red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 4 pounded chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp chopped rosemary, and 1 tsp chopped thyme in a small bowl. Brush half the mixture over chicken breasts, reserving the rest for the vegetables.
- Step 3: Arrange 2 sliced zucchini, 1 cut red onion, and 1 cup cherry tomatoes around the chicken on the baking sheet. Drizzle with remaining herb-honey mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Step 4: Roast for 20-22 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and vegetables are tender with slightly charred edges.
- Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing juices to redistribute and the glaze to set.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 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 Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies?
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 Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies 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 Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies 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
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
