Honey-Soy Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies
One-pan perfection with juicy chicken thighs and roasted seasonal vegetables in a sticky-sweet glaze. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 43 minutes pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, soy sauce 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 lb chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 cloves garlic
- 12 oz carrots
- 12 oz zucchini
- 1 red onion
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken thighs dry, then toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika.
- Step 2: Slice 12 oz carrots into 1-inch pieces, 12 oz zucchini into 1/2-inch half-moons, and 1 large red onion into wedges. Toss vegetables with remaining 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Arrange chicken and vegetables in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp honey, then scatter 4 minced garlic cloves over top.
- Step 4: Roast for 25-28 minutes, flipping chicken and stirring vegetables halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender with caramelized edges.
- Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving, drizzling with any pan juices.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 43 minutes (15 min prep + 28 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 Sheet Pan Chicken & 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 chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken & 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-Soy Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken & 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.
What goes well with Honey-Soy Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies?
American sheet pan 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
- ★★★★★
Perfect sheet pan recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★☆☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.