Description
Imagine the irresistible aroma of tender chicken coated in a sticky-sweet honey BBQ glaze, baked to perfection in your oven. This Honey BBQ Baked Chicken recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, combining the rich, savory flavors of barbecue sauce with the natural sweetness of pure honey.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Pure, high-quality honey
- BBQ sauce
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly greasing a baking dish or sheet pan.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the honey, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Coat the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts or pieces in the prepared baking dish and pour the honey BBQ sauce over the top, making sure to evenly coat the chicken.
4. Bake to Perfection: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has caramelized to a beautiful, sticky glaze.
5. Serve and Enjoy: Once the Honey BBQ Baked Chicken is out of the oven, spoon any extra sauce from the dish over the chicken before serving.
Notes
To ensure your Honey BBQ Baked Chicken turns out perfectly every time, consider these helpful tips:
Marinate for Extra Flavor: For an even more intense honey BBQ flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes to an hour before baking.
Adjust Cooking Time: The baking time may need to be adjusted depending on the thickness of your chicken pieces. Bone-in chicken will require a slightly longer cooking time than boneless breasts.
Broil for a Caramelized Finish: For an extra-crispy, caramelized glaze, try broiling the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Use a Meat Thermometer: Always check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it reaches a safe 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 27
- Cholesterol: 70