Honey Glazed Carrots🥗 Side
Sweet and savory carrots with a glossy honey-butter glaze and a hint of thyme.
By Jason Miller, Weeknight Cook & Household Coordinator
The best side dishes do not just fill space on the plate — they earn their spot. This honey glazed carrots is exactly that kind of recipe: simple enough to make on a busy weeknight, flavorful enough to hold its own next to any main course, and satisfying in a way that makes you reach for seconds.
Take your time with each step and trust the process. The flavors build on each other as you cook, and rushing through will cost you the depth that makes this dish special. A little patience in the kitchen always pays off.
This pairs well with almost any protein, from a simple roasted chicken to grilled steak or baked salmon. Make extra — it reheats well and having a ready-made side dish in the fridge makes weeknight cooking significantly easier.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced on the bias
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add carrots and water. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook 10 minutes until carrots are just tender.
- Uncover, add honey and thyme.
- Cook 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until glaze coats the carrots.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
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