Hot Honey Chicken Bowls – A Flavorful Sheet Pan Delight
Enjoy these Hot Honey Chicken Bowls, a delightful mix of chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, and broccoli drizzled with spicy hot honey.
Equipment
- - Oven
- - Baking sheet
- - Parchment paper
- - Knife
- - Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash.
- 4 slices bacon Can be omitted or replaced with turkey bacon.
For the Chicken & Veggies
- 2 cups broccoli Cauliflower can be used as an alternative.
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs Boneless, skinless breasts may dry out.
For Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust based on dietary needs.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Can substitute with cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika can replace for a milder taste.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for stronger flavor.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Can be omitted or substituted with finely chopped onions.
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar Coconut sugar is a healthier alternative.
For Roasting
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Avocado oil is a suitable alternative.
Instructions
How to Make Hot Honey Chicken Bowls
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and prepare two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Chop sweet potatoes into bite-sized cubes and spread evenly on one sheet pan.
- Pat dry chicken thighs and arrange them flat on the second sheet pan, adding chopped bacon if desired.
- Prep broccoli by cutting into florets, setting aside. Drizzle olive oil over sweet potatoes and chicken, tossing to coat.
- Mix together seasoning ingredients and sprinkle evenly over chicken and sweet potatoes, tossing again.
- Roast sweet potatoes and chicken in the oven for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Toss sweet potatoes, add broccoli to the chicken pan, and return to the oven for an additional 20–25 minutes.
- Assemble bowls with roasted chicken, veggies, and sweet potatoes, drizzling with hot honey and sprinkling red pepper flakes.
Notes
These bowls are meal prep-friendly and can be customized with different proteins and vegetables.