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Hot Honey Chicken Bowls

Hot Honey Chicken Bowls feature juicy roasted chicken, sweet potatoes, broccoli, crispy turkey bacon, and a drizzle of hot honey. This easy sheet pan dinner is perfect for meal prep and ready in just 45 minutes.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 slices turkey bacon chopped
  • 3 –4 broccoli crowns cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Seasonings

  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

For Serving

  • Hot honey
  • Crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Oven
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. Using parchment helps the sweet potatoes roast beautifully while making cleanup much easier.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
  • Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized cubes, about 1 inch each. Spread them onto one prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Step 3: Prepare the Chicken
  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps them brown more evenly during roasting. Arrange them flat on the second baking sheet. Scatter the chopped turkey bacon around the chicken.
  • Step 4: Prepare the Broccoli
  • Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Place the broccoli into a large bowl and set aside until later in the cooking process.
  • Step 5: Season Everything
  • Drizzle olive oil over the sweet potatoes, chicken, turkey bacon, and broccoli.
  • In a small bowl, combine:
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Smoked paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Brown sugar
  • Sprinkle most of the seasoning mixture over the chicken and sweet potatoes, tossing until evenly coated. Use the remaining seasoning for the broccoli or simply season it with salt and pepper.
  • Step 6: Roast
  • Place both baking sheets in the preheated oven.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Carefully remove the sweet potato pan, stir the potatoes, and add the broccoli florets to the same pan.
  • Return both pans to the oven.
  • Continue roasting for another 5–10 minutes, or until:
  • The chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
  • Sweet potatoes are tender and lightly caramelized
  • Broccoli is crisp-tender with slightly browned edges
  • Turkey bacon is crispy
  • Step 7: Assemble the Bowls
  • Divide the roasted sweet potatoes among serving bowls.
  • Top with broccoli, roasted chicken thighs, and crispy turkey bacon.
  • Generously drizzle each bowl with hot honey.
  • Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat if desired.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Boneless chicken breasts can replace chicken thighs. Reduce cooking time slightly to prevent overcooking.
  • Cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, zucchini, or green beans are excellent substitutes for broccoli.
  • Maple syrup mixed with crushed red pepper flakes makes a simple homemade alternative to hot honey.
  • For extra richness, add sliced avocado before serving.
  • Fresh lime juice brightens all of the flavors beautifully.
  • Double the recipe for meal prep or larger families.