Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken with Roasted Vegetables
A simple one-pan meal featuring tender honey-garlic chicken baked with colorful roasted vegetables. The flavors are sweet, savory, herby, and perfectly caramelized — no mess, no complicated steps.
⏱️ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 25–30 minutes
Total: 40–45 minutes
Ingredients
For the Honey Garlic Chicken
500–600g boneless chicken breast or thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp soy sauce (optional Mediterranean-fusion)
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
For the Roasted Vegetables
Choose any mix of these (about 3–4 cups total):
1 cup carrots, sliced
1 cup zucchini chunks
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, wedges
1 cup baby potatoes (halved)
1 cup broccoli florets (add halfway if you don’t want them too soft)
2 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp oregano
½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat to 200°C (400°F).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
2. Make the Honey Garlic Marinade
Mix in a bowl:
- Olive oil
- Honey
- Garlic
- Lemon juice
- Soy sauce
- Paprika
- Oregano
- Salt + pepper
Add the chicken and coat well.
Let marinate 10 minutes (or 1 hour for best flavor).
3. Prep the Vegetables
In a separate bowl:
Add your mixed vegetables.
Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder.
4. Assemble the Sheet Pan
Spread vegetables on the baking sheet.
Place marinated chicken pieces on top or beside the veggies.
Spoon extra marinade over the chicken.
5. Bake
Bake 25–30 minutes until:
Chicken is golden
Veggies are roasted and caramelized
Internal temperature of chicken is 74°C (165°F)
Broil 2 minutes for extra color (optional).
6. Serve
Serve warm with:
Lemon wedges
Fresh parsley
Optional: a drizzle of honey on top
Tips & Notes
Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts.
Add broccoli or zucchini halfway through so they don’t overcook.
For spice: add chili flakes or hot honey.
For extra Mediterranean flavor: add olives or cherry tomatoes 10 minutes before finishing.
❓ Frequently asked questions FAQ
Can I meal prep this?
Yes! Stays fresh 3 days in the fridge.
Can I add carbs?
Serve with couscous, quinoa, rice, bulgur, or pita.
Can I make it dairy-free?
The recipe is already dairy-free.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 360–420
Protein: 32–35 g
Carbs: 26–30 g
Fat: 15–18 g
Fiber: 4–6 g