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Honey Garlic Chicken and Vegetables Dinner – Easy One-Pan Family Meal

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This comforting one-pan dinner features juicy chicken breasts, caramelized vegetables, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. Quick to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone to the table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into thick strips
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 cups baby potatoes, halved (Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced into coins
  • 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup snap peas (optional)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh, finely chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Sesame seeds, for sprinkling (optional)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Slice into thick strips if desired.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until golden (do not cook through). Transfer chicken to a plate.
  4. In a mixing bowl, toss potatoes, carrots, broccoli, bell pepper, and snap peas with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add vegetables to the hot skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and get some color.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, tomato paste, vinegar, thyme, and chili flakes. Pour sauce over vegetables in the pan and stir well to coat.
  7. Nestle seared chicken strips among the vegetables in the skillet. Spoon a little sauce over each piece of chicken.
  8. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender. If potatoes need more time, cover pan loosely with foil and bake an extra 5 minutes.
  9. Check doneness: chicken should be juicy, veggies fork-tender and caramelized. Tent with foil if veggies start to burn.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and sesame seeds. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan for best caramelization. Sear chicken before baking for extra flavor. If sauce is thin after baking, simmer briefly on the stove to thicken. Use tamari for gluten-free, coconut aminos for soy-free. Swap veggies as desired. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.

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