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Carrots – Amazing Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs

Amazing Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Carrots

Prepare delicious honey balsamic chicken thighs paired with vibrant roasted carrots for a family-friendly dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Carrots
  • 4 medium Carrots Fresh, vibrant veggies that add sweetness and crunch to your dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil A light drizzle will help with caramelization and enhance the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for bringing out the natural flavors in your carrots.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper A dash to add a subtle kick that complements the sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey For a touch more sweetness, drizzle lightly before serving.
For the Honey Balsamic Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 cups Potatoes Peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 cup Goat Cheese For creamy texture
  • 1 cup Milk Warm for fluffy texture

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Roasting and Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and peel the carrots, then chop them into bite-sized pieces. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a bowl, mix honey, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs with half the marinade.
  4. Place chicken thighs and carrots on baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is done and carrots are tender.
  5. Boil potatoes for about 15 minutes until fork-tender. Mash with goat cheese and warm milk.
  6. Remove from oven, drizzle remaining marinade on chicken, and serve with potatoes and carrots.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating for crispiness. Let chicken sit at room temperature before roasting.

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