Roast Honey and Cumin Chicken

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Roast Honey and Cumin Chicken for a Flavorful Dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

428

Sugar

18g

Fat

23g

Roast Honey and Cumin Chicken is a delicious and healthy dinner option that is perfect for busy weeknights. The dish is easy to prepare, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort. The chicken is coated in a sweet and spicy marinade of honey and cumin, which infuses the meat with loads of flavor. Roasting the potatoes and onions alongside the chicken creates a one-pan meal that is both hearty and satisfying. The end result is a deliciously tender and juicy chicken that pairs perfectly with the roasted vegetables.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C/ 180°C (fan)/ 400°F/ Gas 6.
2.	In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, honey, cumin, garlic, and vinegar.
3.	Place the chicken thighs in a roasting tin and pour the honey and cumin mixture over them, rubbing it into the skin.
4.	Add the quartered new potatoes and red onions to the tin.
5.	Roast for 45-50 minutes in the oven until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

PROS

Roast Honey and Cumin Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-prepare dinner that is sure to impress.

The combination of honey and cumin creates a deliciously sweet and spicy glaze that coats the chicken and vegetables.

CONS

This dish uses chicken thighs, which are higher in fat than other cuts of chicken.
However, the fat content can be easily reduced by removing the skin before serving.

Roasting the potatoes and onions with the chicken can also increase the calorie count of the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue.
Cumin has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help to improve digestion.
Honey is high in antioxidants and has antibacterial and antifungal properties that can help to boost the immune system.

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	2 tablespoons clear honey
	2 teaspoons ground cumin
	1 garlic clove , crushed
	1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
	8 chicken thighs , skin scored
	1 1/2 lbs new potatoes , quartered
	2 red onions , quartered