Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken with Roasted Carrots
Juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet-tangy honey-mustard glaze and roasted with tender carrots for a balanced, comforting dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 65 minutes pairs (8 bone-in, skin-on) chicken thighs, peeled and cut 1 inch carrots, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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
- 1.5 lbs (8 bone-in, skin-on) chicken thighs
- 1 lb, peeled and cut 1 inch carrots
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place carrots on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss to coat and spread in a single layer.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 2 minced garlic cloves; set aside.
- Step 3: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Place chicken thighs on top of carrots on the baking sheet and brush generously with honey-mustard mixture.
- Step 5: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and carrots are fork-tender, basting once with pan juices halfway through cooking.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken with Roasted Carrots take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 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-Mustard Glazed Chicken with Roasted Carrots?
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 peeled and cut 1 inch carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken with Roasted Carrots?
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-Mustard Glazed Chicken with Roasted Carrots 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-Mustard Glazed Chicken with Roasted Carrots?
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
- ★★★★★
Loved the honey-mustard glaze! My kids devoured the chicken and carrots.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a weeknight dinner. The carrots roasted to caramelized perfection.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe! Only took a bit longer than expected to cook.
