Hot Honey Chicken
Hot Honey Chicken is a delightful dish that combines crispy, succulent chicken with a sweet and spicy honey glaze. Perfect for summer BBQs or cozy family dinners, this recipe offers an explosion of flavor that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll be able to whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Mix in honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar; simmer for about five minutes until combined.
- Place seasoned chicken in a baking dish and pour half of the hot honey sauce over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting occasionally with sauce.
- Serve with remaining sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor infusion. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a vegetarian option. Add spices like smoked paprika or garlic powder for an extra kick.