Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken with Crispy Roasted Vegetables
Crispy, sweet-spicy chicken thighs paired with caramelized vegetables in a sticky, flavorful glaze that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs skin-on bone-in chicken thighs, honey, sriracha sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 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
- 8 oz, skin-on bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 12 oz, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch coins carrots
- 12 oz, cut into 1/2-inch half-moons zucchini
- 1 medium, cut into 1/2-inch wedges red onion
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/4 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp rice vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Step 3: Toss 12 oz carrots, 12 oz zucchini, and 1 medium red onion with 2 tbsp avocado oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread in a single layer and roast for 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Add chicken thighs, skin-side up, to the baking sheet with vegetables. Brush each thigh with 1 tbsp of the honey-sriracha glaze. Roast for 25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are golden and tender.
- Step 5: Brush chicken with remaining glaze and return to oven for 5 minutes to caramelize. Let rest 5 minutes before serving with extra glaze drizzled over the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken with Crispy Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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-Sriracha Glazed Chicken with Crispy 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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken with Crispy 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-Sriracha Glazed Chicken with Crispy 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.
Is Honey-Sriracha Glazed Chicken with Crispy Roasted Vegetables gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
