Description
Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner packed with tender chicken, colorful roasted vegetables, and a delicious sweet-and-savory honey garlic sauce. This healthy one-pan meal is high in protein, family-friendly, meal-prep approved, and perfect for busy nights when you need a quick and nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
Honey Garlic Sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped parsley
- Green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large sheet pan or baking dish.
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, and place it on one side of the prepared pan.
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop the vegetables into evenly sized pieces, then arrange them around the chicken.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with water, then stir it into the sauce until combined.
- Coat everything: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and vegetables, gently tossing the vegetables to coat evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), the vegetables are tender, and the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Broil (optional): For extra caramelization, broil for 2–3 minutes until lightly browned.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with sesame seeds, chopped parsley, or sliced green onions before serving warm.
Notes
- Cut vegetables evenly to ensure they cook at the same rate as the chicken.
- Use a meat thermometer and cook the chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For extra flavor, broil for the last 2–3 minutes to create a delicious caramelized finish.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 420 calories
