Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
Crispy, golden chicken thighs and caramelized sweet potatoes roasted together on a single sheet pan, coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze. This american-inspired sheet pan (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, Dijon mustard 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.
Ingredients
- 4, boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2, medium, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a large baking sheet, spreading in a single layer.
- Step 2: Roast sweet potatoes for 10 minutes while preparing the chicken.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Pat 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs dry, then brush both sides with the honey mustard mixture.
- Step 5: After sweet potatoes roast for 10 minutes, add chicken thighs to the baking sheet around sweet potatoes, then pour any remaining honey mustard mixture over both.
- Step 6: Return baking sheet to oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping chicken halfway, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F) and sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken with Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 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 Honey Mustard 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 Honey Mustard 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.
Is Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken with Sweet Potatoes 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
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.