Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Finest Baked Hot Honey Chicken, where succulent chicken meets a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering a flavor explosion that will keep everyone coming back for more. Pair it with your favorite sides to create a meal that is both satisfying and memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup hot honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice from half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the hot honey, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the fridge for enhanced flavor.
- Place the marinated chicken on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- For extra flavor, baste with additional hot honey halfway through cooking.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg