Description
A delightful blend of sweet and spicy, this Spicy Honey Baked Chicken is a family favorite that brings warmth and joy to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts)
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or powdered)
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine in a bowl honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and paprika to create the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken in a resealable bag or bowl with the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Place marinated chicken on a lined baking sheet and reserve some marinade for basting.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting halfway through.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
For crispy skin, broil the chicken in the last few minutes. Customize the spice level by adjusting the cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, baked chicken, honey chicken, spicy chicken, family recipe
