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Hot Honey Chicken Sheet Pan Meal

Juicy hot honey chicken baked with sweet potatoes, cauliflower, and red onion, then finished with feta and fresh herbs for a simple, flavorful one-pan dinner that works perfectly for busy weeknights.
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Course: Dinner
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 33 minutes
Total Time: 48 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 378kcal
Author: Liora

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 3 cups cauliflower florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium red onion roughly chopped
  • 1 –1.25 lbs chicken breast boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil or avocado oil divided
  • 1/2 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
  • 1/4 cup hot honey plus extra for serving
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled, plus more for topping if desired
  • 1 small jalapeño thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro chopped
  • Avocado chunks for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Start by preheating the oven to 425°F and preparing a large sheet pan by lining it with parchment paper so nothing sticks and cleanup stays easy.
  • In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until the seasoning blend is evenly combined, then set it aside for later use.
  • Place the sweet potatoes, cauliflower, and red onion into a large mixing bowl, then drizzle with about 3 teaspoons of oil and sprinkle in roughly two-thirds of the seasoning mix, tossing everything well so the vegetables are evenly coated before spreading them out in a single layer on the sheet pan.
  • Roast the vegetables in the oven for about 20 minutes, just until they begin to soften and develop light golden edges, which helps build flavor before adding the chicken.
  • While the vegetables are roasting, place the chicken pieces in the same bowl, add the remaining oil and the rest of the seasoning mix, and toss until each piece is well coated and ready for baking.
  • Remove the sheet pan from the oven once the vegetables have started to roast, gently push them to one side, and add the seasoned chicken to the empty space, spreading everything out evenly so it cooks properly.
  • Return the pan to the oven and continue baking for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender and caramelized.
  • Once everything is cooked, take the pan out of the oven and immediately drizzle hot honey over the chicken and vegetables while they are still warm, then sprinkle feta cheese and jalapeño slices on top.
  • Place the pan under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes so everything gets slightly crisp and the cheese softens, then remove from the oven and finish with fresh herbs, avocado chunks, and extra hot honey if desired.
  • Serve warm directly from the pan or divide into containers for easy meal prep throughout the week.

Notes

  • Keeping the sweet potatoes, cauliflower, and chicken similar in size helps everything cook evenly and finish at the same time.
  • Make sure everything is spread out in a single layer on the pan so the vegetables roast properly instead of steaming. Using two pans is better than overcrowding one.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warm, and add a fresh drizzle of hot honey before serving to refresh the flavor.
Please note that the nutritional values are provided by an online calculator and should be considered as an estimate.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 940mg | Potassium: 544mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 22g