Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 cups broccoli florets
03 - 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
04 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
05 - 2 cups diced potatoes

→ Sauce & Seasoning

06 - 3 tablespoons honey
07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
11 - 1 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1 teaspoon paprika
13 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
14 - Salt, to taste

→ Fat

15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
02 - Spread broccoli florets, carrot sticks, diced potatoes, and chopped red bell pepper evenly on a large sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and black pepper, then toss to coat.
03 - Pat chicken thighs dry, then season both sides with paprika, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
04 - Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin side up among the vegetables on the sheet pan.
05 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and cornstarch if using, until fully combined.
06 - Brush half of the honey garlic glaze evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
07 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
08 - Remove the pan from the oven and brush the remaining glaze over the chicken and vegetables.
09 - Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F) and the skin is caramelized.
10 - Sprinkle dried parsley over the dish before serving warm.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - For crispier skin, ensure chicken thighs are thoroughly dried before seasoning.
02 - Do not overcrowd the pan to allow vegetables to roast and caramelize properly.
03 - Double the sauce quantities for an extra-glossy glaze.
04 - Broil briefly at the end for enhanced caramelization if desired.