One Pan Honey Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
The chicken dinner that will bring back your chicken dinners. Easy and extremely delicious!
This is truly and simple and beyond delicious dinner you can throw together quickly and it tastes gourmet. I am a big fan of sweet potatoes so of course, this is my new chicken go -to for sure. The butter and honey make this taste incredible but if you want to make it dairy free, you can sub in more olive oil instead.
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One Pan Honey Chicken + Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs bone in + skin on
- salt, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder + Italian herb seasoning to taste
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 2 tbs butter (divided)
- 4 tbs honey (divided)
- 1 heaping tbs Dijon
- 1 extra large sweet potato, peeled + cut into chunks
- 1 large red onion, cut into large chunks
- Garnish: fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Pat your chicken pieces dry with a paper towel. Season both sides generously with salt, chili powder, onion powder, garlic pwder and Italian herb seasoning blend.
- Heat a really large oven safe skillet on medium and add in the olive oil, 1 tbs butter and 2 tbs honey. Sear your chicken pieces – about 3 minutes per side to get a nice crust on them. Make room in the center of the pan to add in the remaing 1 tbs butter and 2 tbs honey and Dijon. Mix it together to melt and then add in the sweet potate and onion pieces. Season them with some chili powder and Italian seasoning and mix to coat them in the honey. Cook for a few more minutes then carefully transfer the pan to your oven to roast for 15-20 minutes.
Notes
If you want, you can sub in more olive oil for the butter to make this dairy free.
Nutrition
Calories: 438kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 483mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 8117IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
Excellent weeknight dinner! Added in carrots to get just a few more vegetables. Will make again! Thank you for sharing.
Hi Susan, I LOVE IT! So happy you enjoyed this dinner. Love the carrots add in and next time I think I will also add in Brussel sprouts too!
Can you put the nutritional info on your page as this look so good
Hi Kristine! Sorry about that! I just updated the post! Enjoy!!
Do you use salted or unsalted butter?
salted
Would you adjust the cooking time if using boneless thighs? if so, how much?
Thanks!
Can this be made with Chicken Breasts? Do I need to change the cooking time?
Loved this recipe! It’s so good and healthy. I used three sweet potatoes. I also roasted some frozen broccoli separately to go with it! Thanks so much for your recipes! Love the videos on pinterest!
Can you use boneless thighs?
This was amazing! All the flavors, spices, etc. were perfect! The only change I made was leaving it in the oven for 30 minutes. I normally change up recipes, but not this time. Will definitely be making this often!! Thanks so much!
Hi Karen, That’s awesome I’m glad you liked the flavors and enjoyed the dish overall! Cheers to you!
I don’t have a red onion ..would a yellow onion work?
yes!!!!
Any suggestions to add heat to compliment the sweet?
cayenne pepper
Sooo good! Just discovered your recipes, so glad I did! 🙌🏻 one question on this one, any suggestions for substitutes on honey for less sugar?
Welcome Hadley, I would leave it out if you’re concerned with the sugar! It will still taste super awesome!
Good Afternoon;
I just made the recipe. It was so easy to put together and the combination of flavors is so delicious. I made it exactly as written but the addition of other vegetables as suggested by others would really add more variety.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe.
Ms Stella , I made this tonight. It was so delish. Thanks for all the fantastic recipes!!
HI Angela, SO glad you enjoyed this dish! Its one of my faves! Thanks for trying it!
Love, love, love!
I made this tonight and it was delicious! This is definitely going into the rotation 🙂
My family really enjoyed this! My son asked for more when he was done.
I’ve made it several times and it’s so delicious, everyone loved it.
Can I use Chickent breasts with this recipe instead?
Absolutely yes!
Made this for dinner yesterday – loved it!
Hi Inese, glad you enjoyed it!