Save Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken & Naan is the ultimate weeknight solution, combining tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet and savory sauce with roasted peppers and red onions. This effortless fusion meal is roasted to perfection on a single pan and served with warm, pillowy garlic naan bread that captures every drop of the delicious honey-garlic glaze.
Save This dish perfectly balances the rich, juicy texture of bone-in chicken thighs with the vibrant crunch of roasted bell peppers. By adding the naan directly to the sheet pan during the final minutes of cooking, you achieve a warm, buttery finish that ties the whole meal together.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Honey Garlic Sauce: 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce, 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper (sliced), 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced), 1 red onion (cut into wedges)
- Naan: 4 garlic naan breads (store-bought or homemade), 1 tablespoon butter (melted), 1 clove garlic (minced), 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Step 1
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Step 2
- In a small bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, barbecue sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika to make the sauce.
- Step 3
- Place the chicken thighs on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and brush generously with half of the honey garlic sauce.
- Step 4
- Arrange the sliced bell peppers and red onion wedges around the chicken on the pan.
- Step 5
- Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Step 6
- Remove the sheet pan from the oven, brush the chicken with the remaining sauce, and place the garlic naan breads on the pan (or on a separate rack if space is limited).
- Step 7
- Mix the melted butter and minced garlic, then brush over the naan.
- Step 8
- Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 8–10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C) and the naan is golden and warmed through.
- Step 9
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the naan if desired.
- Step 10
- Serve the chicken and roasted vegetables with the warm garlic naan.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
You can easily customize the vegetables by adding zucchini, broccoli, or carrots depending on your preference. For those who enjoy a bit of heat, try adding chili flakes to the honey garlic sauce before brushing it onto the chicken.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For a leaner option, you can substitute the bone-in thighs with boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts. Note that this will reduce the cooking time by approximately 5–8 minutes. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free naan and tamari instead of soy sauce.
Serviervorschläge
This savory and sweet dish pairs beautifully with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light, refreshing lager to balance the richness of the garlic butter and honey glaze.
Save Whether you are cooking for your family or hosting a casual dinner with friends, this Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken & Naan is a reliable, flavorful, and satisfying meal that is sure to become a regular in your recipe rotation.
Recipe Guide
- → Can I use boneless chicken instead of bone-in thighs?
Yes, boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts work well. Reduce cooking time by 5–8 minutes to prevent drying out, as boneless cuts cook faster than bone-in varieties.
- → What vegetables can I substitute for the bell peppers and onions?
Feel free to swap in zucchini slices, broccoli florets, carrot chunks, or even cherry tomatoes. Just keep pieces similar in size for even cooking.
- → How can I make this dish gluten-free?
Replace regular naan with gluten-free naan bread and substitute soy sauce with tamari. Check that your barbecue sauce is certified gluten-free as well.
- → Can I make the honey garlic sauce ahead of time?
Absolutely. Mix the sauce ingredients and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Bring to room temperature before using.
- → What if I don't have a sheet pan large enough for everything?
Use two sheet pans or place the naan on a separate oven rack. The naan only needs 8–10 minutes to warm through, so timing works perfectly.