Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables
Juicy chicken thighs glazed in a honey-mustard sauce roasted alongside seasoned carrots and potatoes for an easy one-pan dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, baby carrots, halved baby potatoes 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
- 6 (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 cups baby carrots
- 2 cups, halved baby potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Place 6 bone-in chicken thighs, 2 cups baby carrots, and 2 cups halved baby potatoes on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle the honey-mustard mixture evenly over everything and toss the vegetables gently to coat.
- Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin side up spaced evenly on the sheet pan. Roast for 35-40 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F, and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon pan juices over chicken and vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (10 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 Honey-Mustard 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 baby carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard 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.