Introduction
This honey garlic glazed chicken with roasted vegetables is a simple and comforting one-pan meal. The chicken turns juicy and flavorful with a rich sweet-savory glaze, while the vegetables roast until tender and slightly caramelized. Perfect for an easy dinner with minimal cleanup.
Ingredient
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 cups broccoli florets
2 large carrots sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the sauce
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Instruction
Preheat oven to 200°C
Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it
Place chicken in the center of the tray
Arrange broccoli and carrots around the chicken
Drizzle olive oil over vegetables and season with salt and pepper
In a bowl mix honey soy sauce garlic ketchup vinegar
In a small cup mix cornstarch with water then add to the sauce
Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken
Method
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through
Halfway through baking spoon some sauce over the chicken again
For extra caramelization broil for 3 to 5 minutes at the end
Let rest for a few minutes before serving
Nutrition
Calories about 350 to 400 per serving
Protein high from chicken
Carbohydrates moderate from honey and vegetables
Fats low to moderate depending on oil used
Benifits
High protein meal that supports muscle growth
Contains vitamins and fiber from broccoli and carrots
Balanced combination of sweet and savory flavors
Quick and easy with minimal cleanup
History
Honey garlic chicken is inspired by Asian style cooking where sweet and savory sauces are commonly paired with protein. Over time it became popular in home kitchens as a simple oven baked dish that delivers bold flavor without complex techniques.
Conclusion
This honey garlic chicken tray bake is a perfect go to recipe when you want something easy, healthy, and delicious. With juicy glazed chicken and roasted vegetables all in one pan, it’s a meal that delivers both comfort and convenience.