Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken with Bell Peppers
Tender chicken thighs roasted with colorful bell peppers in a sweet and savory honey-soy glaze, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. This asian fusion-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 large, sliced into 1-inch strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into 1-inch strips yellow bell pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 3 cloves minced garlic until combined.
- Step 2: Place 6 bone-in chicken thighs on a large rimmed sheet pan. Drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil over the chicken and sprinkle 1/2 tsp ground black pepper evenly. Toss 1 sliced large red bell pepper and 1 large yellow bell pepper cut into 1-inch strips around the chicken.
- Step 3: Pour the honey-soy mixture evenly over the chicken and peppers, using a brush or spoon to coat. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and skin is golden and edges of peppers are slightly caramelized.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 2 tbsp chopped green onions over the dish before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken with Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken with Bell Peppers?
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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Chicken with Bell Peppers?
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-Soy Chicken with Bell Peppers 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-Soy Chicken with Bell Peppers?
Asian Fusion 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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