Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with sweet potatoes and a tangy citrus-honey glaze for a vibrant, one-pan meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs olive oil, honey, fresh orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 2 medium peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the sweet potatoes on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Place 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs skin-side up among the sweet potatoes.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Brush this citrus-honey glaze generously over the chicken thighs and sweet potatoes, reserving a small amount for basting.
  5. Step 5: Roast in the oven for 35 minutes, basting the chicken and sweet potatoes with the reserved glaze halfway through, until the chicken skin is golden and the sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves over the dish, then let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes?

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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes?

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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