Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breast and Glazed Vegetables
Prevent your screen from going dark
Author: Maika
Tender hot honey baked chicken breast seasoned with ras el hanout and served over roasted carrots, red bell peppers, sweet potatoes, and beets tossed in a sweet, tangy Red Beet Hot Honey Sauce.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time35 minutesmins
Total Time50 minutesmins
Servings 4servings
Course: Poultry
Cuisine: Caribbean, North American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose
Keyword: 30 Minute Meal, Air Fryer, Dinner, Pollotarian, Roasted Vegetables, Sheet Pan Chicken
Calories: 595kcal
Ingredients
Ras El Hanout Hot Honey Seasoning
2tablespoonsras el hanout
4tablespoonsavocado oil
1tablespoonhot honey
Chicken
2largeboneless, skinless chicken breasts butterflied into 4 cutlets
Vegetables
2mediumcarrotscut into thick batons, approximately ½-inch thick
3mediumred bell pepperscut into thick strips
4smallsweet potatoescut into approximately 1-inch cubes
2mediumred beetscut into approximately 1-inch cubes
Prepare for Cooking: Read the instructions thoroughly, then gather, measure, and prepare all your ingredients before cooking. This recipe includes both oven and air fryer methods; follow the directions for your preferred cooking method. Learn Prepping Tips.
Make the Ras El Hanout Hot Honey Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the ras el hanout, avocado oil, and hot honey until evenly combined. Divide the seasoning between two bowls, reserving one portion for the chicken and the other for the vegetables.
Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breast cutlets dry with paper towels. Using a silicone brush, coat both sides of the chicken with its portion of the ras el hanout hot honey seasoning. Set aside in the refrigerator while preparing the vegetables.
Prepare and Season the Vegetables: Cut the carrots into thick batons, the red bell peppers into thick strips, and the sweet potatoes and peeled beets into approximately 1-inch cubes. Toss the vegetables with the reserved seasoning until evenly coated.
Oven Method
Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 400 °F. Line two large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
Start Roasting the Vegetables: Arrange the seasoned carrots, sweet potatoes, and beets in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for approximately 20 minutes, tossing halfway through.
Add the Bell Peppers and Chicken: Add the seasoned red bell peppers to the vegetables, spreading them into an even layer. Arrange the seasoned chicken cutlets in a single layer on a separate baking sheet. Return the vegetables to the oven and place the chicken on another rack.
Finish Roasting: Bake the chicken for approximately 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F. Continue roasting the vegetables for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender and lightly caramelized. Remove the chicken when done, even if the vegetables need additional cooking time.
Air Fryer Method
Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat to 350 °F.
Start the Root Vegetables: Arrange the seasoned carrots, sweet potatoes, and beets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air-fry for approximately 15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Add the Bell Peppers: Add the seasoned red bell peppers and cook for approximately 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are fork-tender and lightly browned. Work in batches as necessary to avoid overcrowding. Transfer the cooked vegetables to a covered dish to keep warm.
Air Fry the Chicken: Arrange the seasoned chicken cutlets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for approximately 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F. Cook in batches if necessary.
Make the Red Beet Hot Honey Sauce
Sauté the Aromatics: While the chicken and vegetables cook, heat the avocado oil in a large, deep sauté pan over medium heat. Add the minced onion and grated beet. Sauté for approximately 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30-60 seconds, until fragrant.
Build the Sauce: Stir in the apple cider vinegar, low-sodium chicken broth, and hot honey. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the Sauce:Simmer uncovered for approximately 8-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces and becomes slightly thickened and glossy. Stir in the chopped parsley.
Glaze and Serve
Rest the Chicken: Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board, let it rest briefly, then slice into approximately ½-inch-thick pieces.
Glaze the Roasted Vegetables:Reduce the heat beneath the Red Beet Hot Honey Sauce to low. Add the roasted vegetables to the sauté pan and gently fold in enough sauce to coat evenly for approximately 1-2 minutes. Reserve any excess sauce for serving.
Plate and Serve: Divide the glazed vegetables among four plates. Top with the sliced hot honey chicken breast, drizzle with additional Red Beet Hot Honey Sauce, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Video
Notes
Vegetable Measurements Updated: Measure vegetables individually, not in cups. Use medium carrots, bell peppers, and beets, and small sweet potatoes for consistent portions.Chicken Doneness: Cooking times vary by cutlet thickness. Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).Oven and Air Fryer Cooking: Cook in batches or use separate baking sheets when necessary to avoid overcrowding. The vegetables may need extra time to become fork-tender.Red Beet Hot Honey Sauce:Simmer until slightly thickened and glossy. Add just enough sauce to coat the roasted vegetables, reserving any extra for drizzling over the chicken.
Don't Have Ras El Hanout?
You can make a quick substitute with:
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons turmeric powder
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
½ teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and black pepper to taste
Mix the spices together before measuring what you need for the recipe.