Spiced Roasted Chicken with Honey Glaze

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Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet-spicy honey glaze, roasted to golden perfection with aromatic herbs. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 60 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, extra virgin olive oil, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Rub chicken thighs with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and 1/2 tsp thyme. Place on the baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix honey, vinegar, cinnamon, cumin, remaining 1 tbsp thyme, lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Brush the glaze evenly over the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Drizzle remaining glaze over the chicken before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Roasted Chicken with Honey Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (20 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 Spiced Roasted Chicken with Honey Glaze?

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 Spiced Roasted Chicken with Honey Glaze?

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 Spiced Roasted Chicken with Honey Glaze 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 Spiced Roasted Chicken with Honey Glaze?

Mediterranean 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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