A Flavorful Dinner Classic
This Chicken Thighs & Potatoes Delight is a comforting one-dish meal that combines crispy chicken thighs with tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and a sticky honey-chili glaze. It’s packed with flavor—sweet, savory, and slightly spicy—all baked together in the oven for easy prep and clean-up.
Perfect for cozy family dinners or weekend roasts!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- 🍗 Crispy Chicken Thighs: Juicy inside, golden outside—every bite is full of flavor.
- 🥔 Potatoes Perfection: Chunky potatoes roast until tender and crisp around the edges.
- 🌶️ Sweet & Spicy Glaze: Honey and sweet chili sauce create a glossy, mouthwatering finish.
- 🧄 Garlicky Herb Base: Onion and parsley add depth and freshness to every bite.
- ⏱️ One-Pan Wonder: Roast everything together in one dish—minimal effort, maximum flavor.
Ingredients (Serves 4–5):
For the Chicken & Vegetables:
- 5 chicken thighs , skin-on
- Salt and black pepper , to taste
- 5 medium potatoes , cut into chunks
- 2 carrots , coarsely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 small onion , finely chopped
- A small bunch fresh parsley , chopped
For the Honey-Chili Sauce:
- 50g (¼ cup) butter (salted or unsalted)
- 80g (¼ cup) honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 80g (¼ cup) sweet chili sauce (or more to taste)
- 50ml (⅓ cup) soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (adds tanginess and helps bind the glaze)
Instructions:
Step 1: Season the Chicken
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper .
Set aside while prepping vegetables and sauce.
Step 2: Brown the Chicken
In a large oven-safe skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat , melt a few tablespoons of butter .
Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
Remove from pan and set aside.
Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables
In the same pan (add a bit more butter if needed), sauté:
- Chopped onion for 2–3 minutes until softened
- Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute more
- Toss in potato chunks and carrots , stirring to coat in butter and aromatics
Cook for 10 minutes , stirring occasionally, until slightly softened and golden.
Stir in chopped parsley before transferring everything to an oven-safe baking dish or roasting tray.
Place chicken thighs on top of the potatoes .
Step 4: Make the Sticky Glaze
In a small saucepan over low heat , combine:
- Butter
- Honey
- Sweet chili sauce
- Soy sauce
- Mustard
Whisk well and simmer just until smooth and slightly thickened.
Pour this delicious glaze evenly over the chicken and potatoes.
Step 5: Bake Until Golden & Tender
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) .
Transfer everything to the oven and bake uncovered for 40 minutes , or until the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are fork-tender.
Baste the chicken halfway through baking for extra shine and flavor.
Step 6: Serve Hot & Flavorful
Once done, remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with rice, crusty bread, or alongside steamed greens.
Tips for Success:
- 🧈 Use Real Butter: For best flavor—don’t substitute with margarine unless necessary.
- 🥔 Cut Evenly: Cut potato pieces about the same size so they cook evenly.
- 🍯 Glaze Magic: Adjust sweetness or spice by adding more honey or chili sauce.
- 🍽️ Make Ahead Option: Prep the veggies and chicken earlier in the day—glaze before baking.
- ❄️ Meal Prep Friendly: Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days—reheat gently in oven or microwave.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with roasted asparagus or green beans for balance.
- Great with mashed potatoes or over rice for extra comfort.
- Ideal for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or lunch leftovers.
Nutritional Information (per serving, serves 5 – approximate values):
(Based on regular portions and regular butter – without sides)
- Calories: ~400 kcal
- Protein: ~20g
- Carbohydrates: ~30g
- Fat: ~22g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Sugar: ~10g
This Chicken Thighs & Potatoes Delight brings all the warmth of home cooking to your dinner table. With its sticky-sweet glaze, crispy skin, and tender potatoes—it’s the kind of meal that makes everyone at the table happy.
So go ahead and make this tonight… because once you taste that glaze—you’ll be making it again and again!
