Honey Spice Roasted Chicken Carrots (Print Version)
Juicy chicken tenders and carrots glazed with honey, maple syrup and chili powder, then roasted to caramelized perfection.
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
450g chicken breast tenders
→ Vegetables
02 -
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
03 -
1 cup carrots, sliced into oval rounds
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Fresh scallions, for garnish
→ Sauce
05 -
1 tablespoon honey
06 -
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon melted butter
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1 tablespoon maple syrup
→ Seasonings
09 -
1 teaspoon chili powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
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On a sheet pan, distribute chicken breast tenders, red onion slices, and carrot rounds evenly.
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In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, melted butter, and maple syrup until well combined.
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Drizzle the honey-Dijon mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle with chili powder, salt, and pepper.
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Place sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
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Switch oven to broil setting for the final minute to caramelize the glaze on the chicken and carrots.
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Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped scallions and serve warm.
# Notes:
01 -
For even cooking, ensure chicken pieces are similar in thickness. The natural sugars in honey and maple syrup create beautiful caramelization.