Balsamic Honey Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Name: Balsamic Honey Chicken with Roasted Vegetables
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup orzo pasta; ½ tsp garlic powder; ¼ cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs; 1 cup zucchini, cut into ½"-thick half moons; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks; ½ red onion, roughly chopped; 1 cup chopped orange bell pepper; 2 tbsp roughly chopped parsley; ¾ tsp salt; salt and pepper to taste

This balsamic honey chicken features crispy-skinned bone-in thighs glazed in a tangy-sweet sauce, roasted alongside fresh vegetables and tropical pineapple for a balanced, summery one-dish meal.

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Balsamic Honey Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Total

1h 10m

Servings

4

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$26–$43

Recipe Source

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From Recette Magazine

Ingredients

1 cup orzo pasta
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp olive oil
4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
1 cup zucchini, cut into ½"-thick half moons
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
½ red onion, roughly chopped
1 cup chopped orange bell pepper
2 tbsp roughly chopped parsley
¾ tsp salt
salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1
Place 1 cup orzo in the Suvie Starch strainer, place strainer insert into the pasta pot (green handles), and cover with the pot lid. Place the pasta pot on the hot plate, close the door, ensure drain tray is in place, and hit "cook". Suvie Starch Cooker Settings: Pasta, 1 cup, 11 minutes
2
In a medium bowl, combine ½ tsp garlic powder, ¾ tsp salt, ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp honey, and 2 tbsp olive oil.
3
Place 4 chicken thighs in a Suvie pan and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle half the balsamic mixture over the chicken and insert the pan into the top zone of your Suvie.
4
In another Suvie pan, combine 1 cup zucchini, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup pineapple, ½ red onion, and 1 cup orange bell pepper. Drizzle the remaining balsamic sauce over the mixture and stir with a spatula. Insert the pan into the bottom zone of your Suvie, input settings and cook now or schedule, rotating chicken thighs halfway through cooking. Suvie Cook Settings - Bottom Zone: Roast at 400°F for 1 hour, Top Zone: Roast at 375°F for 50 minutes
5
After the cook, remove pans from Suvie and remove pot from Starch Cooker. Fluff orzo with a fork and stir the vegetable mix. To serve, divide chicken and orzo between plates and top with vegetables and sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat chicken thighs dry before roasting to ensure crispy, golden skin; moisture prevents browning.
Toss vegetables halfway through cooking to ensure even caramelization and prevent the tomatoes from bursting too early.
Brush the balsamic-honey glaze onto chicken in the final 5-10 minutes of cooking to prevent burning while building a glossy finish.
Let roasted chicken rest 5 minutes before serving so juices redistribute and stay in the meat, not on the plate.

Substitutions

Balsamic vinegar → red wine vinegar (use 3 tbsp for sharper tang, add 1 tsp sugar to balance)
Cherry tomatoes → grape tomatoes or halved regular tomatoes (same roasting time)
Orzo pasta → farro, couscous, or brown rice (adjust liquid/cooking time as needed)
Fresh pineapple → diced mango or peaches (same quantity, similar sweetness and roasting time)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a 325°F oven for 12-15 minutes to preserve chicken moisture and vegetable texture.

Common Questions

Can I use boneless chicken breasts instead of bone-in thighs?

Yes, but reduce cooking time by 10-15 minutes. Thighs stay juicier and pair better with the honey-balsamic glaze, but breasts will work if you prefer leaner meat.