Sheet Pan Hot Honey Garlic Chicken and Zucchini Recipe
This Sheet Pan Hot Honey Garlic Chicken and Zucchini recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors in a convenient one-pan meal. Tender, juicy chicken thighs coated with a sticky hot honey garlic glaze roast alongside fresh zucchini slices, making for an easy and delicious dinner that requires minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
Sauce
- 1/4 cup hot honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to roast the chicken and zucchini perfectly.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the hot honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and if using, crushed red pepper flakes. This mixture forms the flavorful glaze that will coat the chicken and veggies.
- Season the Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, and paprika for a smoky, well-rounded flavor base.
- Arrange on Sheet Pan: Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin side up on a large rimmed sheet pan. Distribute the sliced zucchini around the chicken to roast alongside it evenly.
- Coat with Sauce: Spoon or brush the hot honey garlic sauce generously over the chicken and zucchini, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor and caramelization.
- Roast: Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy. The zucchini should be tender and slightly caramelized.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and zucchini before serving to add a fresh, herbaceous note.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken very dry before seasoning.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to control sweetness and spice level.
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Serve with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or air fryer.
Keywords: sheet pan chicken, hot honey chicken, garlic chicken, baked chicken thighs, zucchini side, one-pan meal, easy dinner
