Honey BBQ Chicken Thighs & Roasted Veggies

This Honey BBQ Chicken Thigh dinner is sticky, juicy, caramelized perfection — tender dark meat coated in sweet smoky sauce, roasted until glossy and golden. Paired with a colorful tray of roasted veggies, it’s an easy, comforting weeknight meal that tastes like it came straight off the grill.

Yield

Serves 4

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
¾ cup honey BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Roasted Veggies

2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup mini corn cobs or sliced corn rounds
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Chicken

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Whisk together BBQ sauce and honey. Brush half the mixture over the chicken.

Step 2: Prep the Veggies

Arrange broccoli, carrots, zucchini, corn, and bell pepper on a large baking sheet.
Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3: Roast Everything

Place the chicken thighs on a separate foil-lined or parchment-lined baking sheet, skin-side up.
Bake chicken and veggies at the same time for 25 minutes.
Brush remaining BBQ glaze onto the chicken and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, until the skin is sticky and caramelized and internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Step 4: Finish & Serve

Broil chicken for 2–3 minutes if you want extra char.
Serve juicy BBQ thighs alongside the roasted veggies. Spoon any pan juices over top.

Kitchen Tips

• Use boneless thighs and cook 5–7 minutes less.
• Add potatoes or sweet potatoes for a heartier tray bake.
• If you like spicier BBQ, stir in a pinch of cayenne or chili flakes.
• Swap veggies seasonally — brussels sprouts, squash, or green beans work great.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories 520, Protein 30g, Fat 30g, Carbohydrates 34g, Fiber 4g, Sugars 18g, Sodium 610mg