Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Veggies | Easy Weeknight Dinner

Hi there, food lover! 👋 Ready to make a weeknight dinner that feels cozy, colorful, and deeply satisfying—without spending all evening in the kitchen? 🍯🧄🍗

Some meals have a way of slowing life down, even on the busiest days. Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Veggies is one of those dinners. It’s simple enough for a weeknight, yet comforting and flavorful enough to feel like a special family meal. Everything roasts together in the oven, filling your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of garlic, honey, and caramelized vegetables.

This recipe leans on time-honored home cooking principles: good ingredients, gentle seasoning, and patience while the oven does the work. Chicken thighs are naturally juicy and forgiving, making them perfect for busy cooks. As they roast, the honey garlic sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that clings to the chicken and drips onto the vegetables, flavoring everything on the pan.

Roasted vegetables bring balance and color—soft on the inside, golden on the edges, and full of natural sweetness. It’s the kind of meal where everyone happily eats their veggies without being reminded. Best of all, it’s all made in one pan, which means less cleanup and more time around the table. ❤️

Whether you’re cooking for family, friends, or just yourself, this dish delivers warmth, nourishment, and that comforting “home-cooked” feeling we all crave. Let’s get started.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 🍗
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

• ⅓ cup honey 🍯
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
• 1 tbsp melted butter
• ½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary

For the Roasted Vegetables:

• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved 🥔
• 2 carrots, sliced 🥕
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small red onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish:

• Fresh parsley or thyme, chopped 🌿

Directions

1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil. This helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.

2. Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika. Rub lightly with olive oil and set aside while you prepare the sauce.

3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, melted butter, and dried herbs. The sauce should be smooth, fragrant, and slightly thick.

4. Prepare the Vegetables
In a large bowl, toss potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the vegetables evenly on the sheet pan, creating space in the center for the chicken.

5. Assemble the Pan
Place the chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables. Spoon half of the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, letting it drip onto the veggies below.

6. Roast to Golden Perfection
Roast uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Halfway through cooking, spoon the remaining sauce over the chicken for extra stickiness and flavor.

7. Broil for Extra Stickiness (Optional)
For crispier skin and a deeper glaze, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.

8. Rest and Serve
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve straight from the pan for a warm, inviting family-style meal. 🍽️

Notes

• Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts and are ideal for roasting.
• Swap vegetables based on the season—broccoli, green beans, or Brussels sprouts work beautifully.
• For a milder sauce, reduce garlic slightly; for more depth, add a pinch of chili flakes.
• Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.

Nutritional Information

⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🔥 Cooking Time: 40 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 55 minutes
⚡ Calories per serving: ~560 | 🍽️ Servings: 4

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Bon appétit and happy cooking!