Honey-Lavender Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables

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Tender chicken thighs glazed with honey and lavender, served with roasted carrots and parsnips. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs chicken thighs, honey, dried lavender for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat the 1 lb chicken thighs dry and season with 1 tsp dried lavender and 2 tbsp honey. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Peel and cut the 2 medium carrots and 2 medium parsnips into 1-inch pieces. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and a pinch of salt on a baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Roast the vegetables at 400°F for 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized. Meanwhile, cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 10 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle the honey-lavender glaze over the chicken and serve alongside the roasted vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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-Lavender 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 chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Lavender 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-Lavender Chicken with Roasted Root 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-Lavender Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Mediterranean 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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