1. Start
  2. All Recipes
  3. Honey-Glazed Chicken Root Vegetables

Honey-Glazed Chicken Root Vegetables

Featured in: Simple One-Pot Home Comforts

Sweet honey, Dijon mustard, and aromatic herbs infuse chicken thighs as they roast alongside colorful root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes. Olive oil and rosemary add depth, creating a meal full of savory juices and golden textures. Everything cooks easily in one pan, making cleanup simple. The finishing glaze caramelizes the chicken while the vegetables become fork-tender. Perfect for a comforting dinner that highlights seasonal flavors and fills the kitchen with an inviting aroma.

Save Share Link Share via Message Print It Skip to Recipe
Updated on Sun, 07 Dec 2025 07:03:37 GMT
Golden Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables: Crispy skin, caramelized veggies, and aromatic herbs. Save
Golden Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables: Crispy skin, caramelized veggies, and aromatic herbs. | rusticmint.com

This honey-glazed chicken with roasted root vegetables brings together crispy golden chicken thighs and a caramelized mix of carrots parsnips sweet potato and onion all coated in a fragrant sticky glaze. It is a comforting all-in-one meal that fills the kitchen with the most irresistible aromas and leaves everyone at the table asking for seconds.

I started making this dish on chilly nights when all I wanted was a meal that could roast away while I set the table and caught up with my family. There is something so cozy about that honey-thyme aroma wafting through the house.

Ingredients

  • Chicken thighs with bone and skin: bring so much flavor and become beautifully crisp choose ones with a creamy yellow fat layer for the juiciest result
  • Olive oil: adds flavor and helps the skin and vegetables caramelize select cold-pressed for the best taste
  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper: are essential for seasoning at every stage grind your pepper fresh for warmth and subtle bite
  • Honey: is the heart of the glaze giving sweet stickiness look for pure clover or even local wildflower varieties
  • Dijon mustard: offers gentle heat and tang opt for one with a smooth texture and balanced acidity
  • Apple cider vinegar: brightens and sharpens the glaze use unfiltered for deeper flavor
  • Garlic: brings mellow savoriness crush cloves just before using for the best aroma
  • Dried thyme: provides earthiness that complements sweet vegetables look for thyme leaves that are green not gray
  • Smoked paprika: supplies rich warmth use Spanish smoked paprika for the deepest flavor
  • Carrots and parsnips: add a golden roasty sweetness choose firm root vegetables with no cracks or mushy spots
  • Sweet potato: provides a creamy texture and honey-like flavor pick small to medium ones for easier peeling and dicing
  • Red onion: offers a savory base with a subtle sweetness use firm heavy onions for even roasting
  • Fresh rosemary: infuses everything with piney freshness choose sprigs that are bright green and pliable

Instructions

Product image
Track cooking times accurately for baking, boiling, roasting, and multitasking recipes without overcooking.
Check price on Amazon
Preheat the Oven:
Bring your oven up to a strong 425 F or 220 C. This ensures everything will roast and caramelize deeply for the best flavor.
Season and Prepare the Chicken:
Pat the chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels. Rub each one thoroughly with olive oil salt and black pepper so that every bite is seasoned and the skin crisps as it bakes.
Create the Honey Glaze:
In a small bowl whisk together the honey Dijon mustard apple cider vinegar minced garlic dried thyme and smoked paprika. The glaze should be glossy and thick with a balanced aroma of sweetness and herbs.
Toss the Vegetables:
In a large roasting pan or rimmed sheet toss the carrots parsnips sweet potato and red onion with olive oil salt black pepper and fresh rosemary sprigs. Every piece should be glistening and coated with herbs.
Arrange Chicken and Vegetables:
Nestle the seasoned chicken thighs skin side up among the vegetables making sure no chicken overlaps. Generously brush each piece of chicken with half the honey glaze for a sticky flavorful crust.
First Roast:
Place the pan in the hot oven and roast for 25 minutes. The skin should begin to brown and the vegetables will start to soften.
Glaze Again and Toss:
Carefully remove the pan from the oven. Brush the chicken with the remaining honey glaze and give the vegetables a gentle toss so they roast evenly and soak up some glaze.
Second Roast and Finish:
Return everything to the oven for another 20 minutes. The chicken skin should become deeply golden and crisp and the root vegetables should be tender and slightly caramelized. Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken reaches 165 F or 74 C.
Rest and Serve:
Discard the rosemary sprigs. Let everything rest in the pan for five minutes before plating so the juices redistribute and the flavors shine.
Product image
Track cooking times accurately for baking, boiling, roasting, and multitasking recipes without overcooking.
Check price on Amazon
Honey-Glazed Chicken recipe, served with tender roasted carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes. Save
Honey-Glazed Chicken recipe, served with tender roasted carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes. | rusticmint.com

My favorite part is how the honey glaze seeps into the sweet potato chunks. Growing up my mom always let me sneak a carrot right from the pan that was covered in all those sticky pan juices. It always tasted like autumn to me.

Storage Tips

Let leftovers cool completely then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. When reheating use a hot oven to keep the skin crisp. The vegetables can also be enjoyed tossed into a grain bowl the next day.

Ingredient Substitutions

You can swap in butternut squash or turnips for any of the root vegetables for a different flavor profile each time you make this recipe. If you do not have smoked paprika a pinch of regular paprika with a drop of liquid smoke works as a quick substitute.

Serving Suggestions

This dish shines alongside simple green salads or a loaf of warm rustic bread to soak up extra glaze. For a special twist try serving with a spoon of thick yogurt or a scattering of toasted nuts over the vegetables.

Savor this Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables, a rustic, flavorful autumn dinner. Save
Savor this Honey-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables, a rustic, flavorful autumn dinner. | rusticmint.com
Product image
Quickly slice, dice, grate, and spiralize vegetables for salads, stir fries, and faster everyday meal prep.
Check price on Amazon

Enjoy this comforting dinner any time of year for an easy meal with big, rich flavors. Every bite is warm and satisfying.

Honey-Glazed Chicken Root Vegetables

Golden chicken and tender root vegetables roast in a sweet honey glaze for a hearty, cozy main dish.

Prep Duration
20 minutes
Time to Cook
45 minutes
All Steps Time
65 minutes
Created by Benjamin Thomas


Skill Level Easy

Tradition American

Makes 4 Portions

Nutrition Info No Dairy, No Gluten

What You'll Need

Chicken

01 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Honey Glaze

01 3 tablespoons honey
02 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
03 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
04 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Root Vegetables

01 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
02 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
03 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
04 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
05 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

Method

Step 01

Preheat Oven: Set oven to 425°F and allow to fully preheat before preparing ingredients.

Step 02

Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels. Rub each thigh with 1 tablespoon olive oil, kosher salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 03

Mix the Honey Glaze: Whisk honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, dried thyme, and smoked paprika in a small mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 04

Prepare Vegetables: In a large roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet, toss carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and red onion with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, black pepper, and rosemary sprigs. Distribute vegetables in an even layer.

Step 05

Arrange and Glaze Chicken: Nestle chicken thighs skin side up among the prepared vegetables. Generously brush each thigh with half the honey glaze.

Step 06

Roast First Half: Place pan in oven and roast for 25 minutes.

Step 07

Add Additional Glaze and Toss: Remove the pan, brush chicken with the remaining honey glaze, and gently toss vegetables to ensure even cooking.

Step 08

Roast to Finish: Return pan to oven and roast for an additional 20 minutes or until chicken skin is golden and crisp, vegetables are tender, and internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F.

Step 09

Rest and Serve: Remove rosemary sprigs from vegetables. Let chicken and vegetables rest for 5 minutes before plating and serving.

Tools Needed

  • Large roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Meat thermometer

Allergy Notes

Look over every ingredient for allergens, and reach out to your doctor if you're unsure.
  • Contains mustard. Verify honey and mustard for cross-contamination if allergies or gluten sensitivities are present.

Nutrition Breakdown (each portion)

Provided as a general guide by Rustic Mint—always speak with your doctor for dietary help.
  • Energy (Kcal): 450
  • Lipids: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 39 g
  • Proteins: 28 g