Honey Garlic Chicken
A quick and delightful dish combining honey, garlic, sweet potatoes, and green beans for a nourishing family meal.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the sides
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Spread the cubed sweet potatoes on a lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
Cooking
- Roast the sweet potatoes for about 15 minutes until they start to soften.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and push the sweet potatoes to one side.
- Place the marinated chicken on the other side and arrange the green beans around them.
- Drizzle the remaining marinade over the chicken and vegetables.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the sweet potatoes are tender.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate chicken for as long as possible. Consider broiling the chicken and vegetables for a crisp finish. Customize seasoning to taste, and add red pepper flakes for heat if desired.