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Sheet Pan Honey Orange Chicken with Asparagus

SHEET PAN HONEY ORANGE CHICKEN ASPARAGUS

5 from 1 vote
Great way to make a quick dinner that has a zesty yet sweet taste. 
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup orange juice fresh squeezed is the best, about 1 orange
  • 2 tbsp raw honey
  • 1 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 1/2 tbsp garlic finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven 200°C | 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. 
  2. Arrange chicken on the sheet and season with salt. Drizzle 1/2 tbsp of olive oil on the chicken. Set aside.
  3. Combine the orange juice, honey, coconut aminos garlic, thyme, and salt. Pour three quarters of the honey lemon mixture over the chicken. 
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Uncover, arrange the asparagus around the chicken. Pour the remaining honey lemon mixture over the asparagus. Top with the remaining olive oil.
  6. Cook for another 10 minutes. If you would like it more golden, put under the broil for 3-5 minutes. Garnish with some thyme.