Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables

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Tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet honey-soy glaze, served alongside caramelized carrots and zucchini for a balanced one-pan dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp sesame oil for the glaze.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and slice 3 medium carrots into 1/2-inch coins, then cut 2 medium zucchini into 1/2-inch half-moons.
  4. Step 4: Toss carrots and zucchini with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Step 5: Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the vegetable bed. Brush 1 tbsp of the honey-soy glaze over each thigh.
  6. Step 6: Roast for 25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and vegetables are golden and tender at the edges. Brush with remaining glaze during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs 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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs 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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