Honey-Glazed Roast Chicken with Root Vegetables
Juicy roasted chicken thighs with a sweet honey glaze, accompanied by tender root vegetables in a single pan. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 60 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 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 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces carrots
- 2 large, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces parsnips
- 1 medium, cut into wedges onion
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Place 2 large carrots, 2 large parsnips, and 1 medium onion in a roasting pan.
- Step 4: Place chicken thighs on top of the vegetables, skin-side up.
- Step 5: Brush the chicken with half of the honey mixture, then pour the remaining mixture over the vegetables.
- Step 6: Roast for 45-50 minutes until the chicken is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 7: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Roast Chicken with Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 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-Glazed Roast Chicken with 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Roast Chicken with 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 Roast Chicken with 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 Roast Chicken with Root 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
