Sheet Pan Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables
One-pan wonder with juicy chicken thighs and sweet-tart roasted vegetables, finished with a sticky maple-honey glaze for a flavorful, hands-off dinner. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 35 minutes pairs skin-on and bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 490 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, skin-on and bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 large, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks carrots
- 2 medium, cut into 1/2-inch half-moons zucchini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a large bowl; whisk until combined.
- Step 2: Add chicken thighs to the bowl, rubbing the marinade evenly over all sides; arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 3: Toss 2 large peeled carrots cut into 1-inch chunks and 2 medium zucchini cut into 1/2-inch half-moons with the remaining marinade, then spread around chicken on the sheet pan.
- Step 4: Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning vegetables halfway, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Glazed Chicken with Maple Roasted Vegetables?
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
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Love how the American come through in every bite.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.