🍯🍗 Glazed Chicken with Baby Potatoes, Broccoli & Rice
This Glazed Chicken with Baby Potatoes, Broccoli & Rice is a complete, comforting dinner featuring juicy chicken coated in a sweet-savory glaze, crispy baby potatoes, tender broccoli, and fluffy rice. It’s a balanced family meal with restaurant-style flavor made at home.
Recipe Overview
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
- Total Time: About 1 hour
- Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
Glazed Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Baby Potatoes
- 1½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Broccoli
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Rice
- 2 cups cooked white rice or jasmine rice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Optional Garnishes
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
1. Prepare the Glaze
In a bowl, whisk together:
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Ketchup
- Dijon mustard
- Vinegar
- Garlic
- Smoked paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Set aside.
2. Roast the Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss baby potatoes with olive oil and seasonings.
- Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Cook the Chicken
- Season chicken lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side.
- Pour in glaze and simmer for 8–12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and coated.
(For a baked version: place chicken and glaze in a baking dish and bake at 400°F/200°C for 25–30 minutes.)
4. Cook the Broccoli
- Toss broccoli with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add to the oven during the last 12–15 minutes of potato roasting.
- Cook until tender with lightly roasted edges.
5. Serve
Build plates with:
🍚 Fluffy rice
🥔 Roasted baby potatoes
🥦 Roasted broccoli
🍗 Glazed chicken
Drizzle extra glaze over the top and garnish.
Tips for the Best Flavor
- Chicken thighs stay extra juicy and absorb the glaze beautifully.
- Let the glaze simmer until slightly thickened for a sticky coating.
- Roast potatoes cut-side down for crispier edges.
- Add a splash of chicken broth if the glaze becomes too thick.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze chicken and rice portions for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Warm gently with a splash of broth or water.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 620
- Protein: 42 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
Variations
🌶️ Spicy Glazed Chicken: Add sriracha or chili flakes to the glaze.
🍍 Hawaiian Style: Add pineapple chunks and use teriyaki sauce.
🧄 Garlic Butter Version: Replace honey glaze with garlic herb butter sauce.
🧀 Cheesy Chicken Bowl: Add melted cheddar or mozzarella over the chicken.
This meal delivers the perfect mix of sticky glazed chicken, crispy potatoes, fresh broccoli, and comforting rice—a delicious all-in-one dinner for busy nights. 🍯🍗🥦🍚