Description
Honey BBQ Baked Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines the sweet richness of honey with the tangy kick of BBQ sauce, all enveloping tender chicken breasts. The sticky glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe guarantees a flavor explosion that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix honey, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the honey BBQ sauce over them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least an hour before baking. Feel free to substitute honey with maple syrup for a unique twist or add chopped jalapeños for heat.