This Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner is one of those meals I never thought got enough love because it is so good so I’m giving it a little update because I make it so frequently—and it gives you an entire dinner on one pan. Tender chicken breasts are topped with a thin layer of sour cream and buttery seasoned panko for an easy crispy coating, then baked alongside Yukon Gold potatoes and broccoli and finished with a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle. It’s flavorful, family-friendly, and exactly the kind of dinner I want on a busy weeknight.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Chicken, potatoes, and broccoli cook together on one sheet pan.
- The sour cream and panko create crispy chicken without breading every side.
- Hot honey adds the perfect sweet and spicy finish.
- It’s ready in about 30 minutes.
- Cleanup is minimal.
- You get a complete, balanced dinner without making separate side dishes.
- The spice level is easy to adjust for your family.
How Does the Chicken Get Crispy Without Frying?
The secret is spreading a small amount of sour cream over the top of each chicken breast and pressing the seasoned panko mixture into it. The sour cream helps the breadcrumbs stick while also keeping the chicken tender.
The butter and olive oil mixed into the panko help the topping turn golden and crisp as it bakes. You only need to coat the top of the chicken, so there’s no messy breading station and no need to flip it.
Tips for Success
- Cut the potatoes into small, evenly sized cubes so they become tender in the same amount of time as the chicken.
- Use small chicken breasts or pound thicker pieces to an even thickness. Very thick chicken may take longer to cook than the vegetables.
- Press the panko mixture gently into the sour cream so it stays on the chicken while baking.
- Arrange everything in a single layer and avoid overcrowding the pan. Crowding causes the vegetables to steam instead of roast.
- Toss the potatoes about halfway through cooking so they brown more evenly.
- The chicken is done when the panko topping is golden, the center is no longer pink, and an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F in the thickest part.
- If the chicken finishes before the potatoes, transfer it to a plate to rest and return the vegetables to the oven for a few extra minutes.
- Drizzle on the hot honey after baking so the panko stays crisp.
Customizations and Variations
- Use store-bought hot honey instead of combining honey and red pepper flakes.
- Add more red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicier drizzle.
- Reduce the red pepper flakes or serve the honey on the side for children who prefer less heat.
- Substitute cauliflower or green beans for the broccoli.
- Use baby potatoes in place of cubed Yukon Gold potatoes, cutting them into small pieces as needed.
- Try chicken tenders instead of chicken breasts and begin checking them earlier.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon over the finished sheet pan for a bright contrast.
- Use gluten-free panko to make the recipe gluten-free, and verify that your barbecue seasoning is also gluten-free.
Tools That Make This Recipe Easier
- A large rimmed sheet pan: Giving the chicken and vegetables enough room helps everything roast instead of steam.
- An instant-read meat thermometer: This is the easiest way to know the chicken is cooked without cutting it open and accidentally drying it out.
- Silicone-tipped kitchen tongs: Helpful for tossing the potatoes halfway through cooking without scratching the baking sheet.
- Parchment paper sheets: Makes cleanup easier, especially if a little hot honey or panko falls onto the pan. I’m kind of obsessed with these, they last forever, I’m still using the box I bought 2 years ago.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is hot honey chicken very spicy? It has a gentle sweet heat when made with 1 tablespoon honey and ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes. Use fewer red pepper flakes or drizzle the hot honey only over the adult portions for a milder version.
- Can I use store-bought hot honey? Yes. Store-bought hot honey works perfectly and makes this sheet pan dinner even easier.
- Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time? You can cut the potatoes and broccoli and prepare the seasoned panko mixture in advance. Store everything separately, then assemble just before baking so the breadcrumb topping stays crisp.
- Can I use chicken thighs? Boneless, skinless chicken thighs should work, but the cooking time may vary. Use an instant-read thermometer to make sure they are cooked through.
- Why aren’t my potatoes tender? The potato pieces may be too large or crowded together. Cut them into small, even cubes, arrange them in a single layer, and toss them halfway through cooking.
- Can I use frozen broccoli? Fresh broccoli works best because frozen broccoli releases more water and may become soft instead of roasted.
Storage and Reheating
- Store: Keep leftover chicken, potatoes, and broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Reheat: Warm everything on a sheet pan or in the air fryer for the best texture. The microwave also works, but the panko topping will be softer.
- Serve again: Add a fresh drizzle of hot honey after reheating to bring back the sweet and spicy flavor.
More Easy Sheet Pan Dinners You’ll Love
- Sheet Pan Chicken, Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
- Sheet Pan Pizza
- Five-Ingredient Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
- Crispy Onion Honey Mustard Chicken
This Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner deserves a spot in the regular dinner rotation. The crispy panko chicken feels a little special, but the whole meal is still easy enough to make on a busy night—and I love that the potatoes, broccoli, and chicken all come together on one pan. That sweet and spicy drizzle at the end is what makes everyone want another bite.
Hot Honey Baked Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
This Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner combines tender panko-crusted chicken, roasted potatoes, and broccoli in one easy 30-minute family meal.
Print RateServings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sweet + smokey barbecue seasoning
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 4 small chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 medium yukon gold potatoes cut into cubes
- 1 1/2 tablespoons hot honey 1 Tbs honey and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375.
- In a small microwave safe bowl melt 1 tbsp butter, approximately 30-45 seconds. Stir in 1 tbsp olive oil, bbq seasoning, and a large pinch of salt. Add panko and stir again until combined.
- Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Place chicken breast on baking sheet and spread sour cream on top of chicken breasts. Sprinkle panko mixture on top, pressing to adhere (no need to coat the underside).
- Place broccoli and potatoes on the baking sheet. Lightly drizzle olive oil over everything on the baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until potatoes are tender when poked with a fork and chicken is no longer pink in the center; about 25-30 minutes minutes. Toss potatoes halfway through (at around 15 minutes).
- Make hot honey. Simply combine 1 tbs. honey and 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes.
- Divide chicken, potatoes and broccoli between plates. Drizzle chicken with hot honey, to taste.
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Notes
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Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 592kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 482mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 12g
Linda Bick says
Summer tomatoes are the best! I love to oven roast some with lots of garlic!
Sweetphi says
Oh yum, I love summer tomatoes roasted!
Nelly says
Italian bread salad has been our family favorite this summer. Love it with heirloom tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, yellow bell peppers, and we also started adding avocado chunks. It pairs so nicely with grilled chicken, fish, etc.,
Sweetphi says
Oh that sounds soooo good, I’ve never heard of it and am now googling it 🙂
Kim Henrichs says
For summer I LOVE a good corn and avocado salad with a lime dressing!!
Sweetphi says
Oh yum, so fresh and delicious!
Libby Ernest says
With all the community Farmer’s Markets, my favorite summertime recipe is Stuffed Summer Squash….easy and fast, with a big fruit salad and sweet corn!
Sweetphi says
Oh I love that!! I love going to farmers markets in the summer too.
Susan Craig says
I like to have a big platter of meats, cheeses, nut and olives. I make your 5 Ingredient Spiced Carrots ahead and serve them at room temperature on the platter.
Sweetphi says
I absolutely love that idea of the big platter, and what an amazing way to serve the 5 ingredient spiced carrots!
Denise E. says
Oh, please! My very absolute favorite summer recipe is your Grilled Balsamic Veggies! I love them SOOOOO much that I could eat them for breakfast!!
Next after those is Antipasto Pasta Salad. And brats in beer. And cucumber salad (very similar to the one posted by Tamara). Cheeseburgers on the grill! I love summertime cooking!
Sweetphi says
You made my day Denise, so happy you like the grilled balsamic veggies!!!!
Wendy says
My favorite summer recipe is some thrown-together version of pasta with bacon, freshly-shelled garden peas, micro greens, lots of fresh parsley, and big parmesan shavings! I guess you could make it carbonara if you added eggs! SO GOOD! It’s so fast if you pre-bake a big batch of bacon to use throughout the week. Warning, you may smell like bacon all the time!
Sweetphi says
This sounds like an amazing recipe- and there’s nothing wrong with smelling like bacon LOL
Brandy Cramer says
My favorite summertime recipe is grilled corn on the cob with a side of watermelon.
Sweetphi says
Oh I love fresh fruits and vegetables in the summer – love grilled corn and cold watermelon!
Jann says
My favorite summertime recipe is a 7 layer Mexican dip that consists of (homemade pref.) refried beans, guacomole, sour cream with taco seasoning, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, diced fresh summer tomatoes or homemade salsa, and diced black olives. Yum. Takes a while to make but can be inhaled in minutes.
Sweetphi says
Oh yum – that 7 layer Mexican dip sounds absolutely delicious!
Erik Endres says
Favorite summertime recipe would be anything with shrimp. Grilled or pan fried, dusted with a sweet and savory rub and served with rice and veggies. Can easily go from stir fry to Mexican, depending on what is in the house.
Sweetphi says
I too love shrimp in the summer! I recently went to a restaurant and ordered their shrimp tacos, they were soooo spicy, but I ate them anyway because they were so good and summery lol!
Tamara B. says
My favorite summer recipe is Marinated Cucumbers, red onions and tomatoes. It’s so refreshing and goes with everything and so easy to make.
1 cup water
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon fresh, coarsely ground black pepper
3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 onion, sliced and separated into rings
Whisk water, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until smooth; add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion and stir to coat.
Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Sweetphi says
What a delicious sounding recipe, thank you for sharing! It sounds like the vegetables are almost pickled, I can tell it would be amazing!
Karen D says
My favorite summer recipe is homemade potato salad, with a side of grilled zucchini. (I’m a vegetarian)
Sweetphi says
Oh that does sound like a delicious vegetarian meal!
Karen D says
Oh, it is! 🙂
Rebecca S. says
My favorite summer recipes all involve putting fish and seasonings in a foil packet and throwing them on the grill! Easy clean up, healthy food!
Sweetphi says
Oh yum! That does sound super easy and amazing!
Angela Hansen says
My favorite summer recipe is BLT ranch pasta salad made with spinach. A tasty crowd pleasing salad that most everyone will love .
Sweetphi says
Wow, now that sounds like an amazing summer recipe, I’m drooling just thinking about it!
Lisa Burkhart says
My favorite summer “recipe” is Caprese Salad. Can’t wait for my tomatoes to ripen. Already have lots basel on my plant and a great aged Balsamic.. Yummy. Your kids are beautiful !!
Sweetphi says
Caprese salads are definitely one of my favorites during summer! And thank you so much for the kind words!
Jeffrey says
My favorite summertime recipe is a tie between two grilled foods and they are both really quite simple…Corn and watermelon! To me, nothing screams summer more than those two delicious foods!
Sweetphi says
Amen!! Love corn and watermelon in the summer 🙂
Mary W says
I had not thought to add pepper flakes to honey for a sauce. When I read what you wrote, it made sense. Of course! Definitely trying this right away. Thank you for great ideas each month. Congratulations on becoming a family of five. How did you ever pull off three birthdays on the same day? You are truly lucky!
Sweetphi says
Red pepper flakes in honey is such a wonderful and flavorful combination – it’s so good!!
Thank you for your kind words and congratulations. I have no idea how that happened they all share the same birthday – it’ll be madness when they get older, I’m sure lol (or maybe they won’t know any different so they’ll just grow up thinking it’s normal lol).