1-Getting started with this Hot Honey Chicken Bowl: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (204°C) and lining two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup. This setup ensures even cooking and prevents sticking, making the process smoother.

2-Next: peel and chop the 3 sweet potatoes, then spread them on one sheet pan to roast nicely. For the chicken, pat the 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs dry and place them on the second sheet pan along with the chopped 8 slices of bacon. Chop the 3 to 4 broccoli crowns and set them aside in a bowl for later.

3-Drizzle olive oil over the chicken, bacon, and sweet potatoes, then toss everything to coat evenly. Mix together the seasonings 2 teaspoons salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar and sprinkle them over the chicken, bacon, and sweet potatoes. Give it another toss to make sure everything is well-seasoned.

4-Cooking and Assembly Steps: Bake both pans in the oven for the first 20 minutes, then take them out to toss the sweet potatoes and add the broccoli to the pan with the chicken and bacon. Continue baking for another 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender with a bit of char for extra flavor.

5-Once done, assemble your bowls by dividing the chicken, sweet potatoes, broccoli, and bacon among plates. Drizzle hot honey over the top and sprinkle red pepper flakes if you want more spice. This recipe serves 6 and totals about 55 minutes from start to finish, making it great for meal prep or quick dinners.