Sheet Pan Honey Chicken Legs with Carrot Fries
Sheet Pan Honey Chicken Legs with Carrot Fries is a delightful one-pan meal that combines succulent chicken legs glazed in rich honey with vibrant, roasted carrot fries. This easy-to-make dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also serves as a colorful centerpiece for dinner tables. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it simplifies cleanup while delivering a satisfying flavor experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on chicken legs
- 1/4 cup high-quality honey
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 4 medium carrots, cut into sticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken legs on the baking sheet and brush half of the honey mixture generously over them.
- Arrange carrot sticks around the chicken, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
- Five minutes before serving, brush remaining honey mixture over chicken and carrots for extra flavor.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile. Add bell peppers or zucchini alongside the carrot fries for additional nutrition and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.