Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe for 4
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup hot honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts is easy when you follow these steps:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with oil.
- In a bowl, mix the glaze: Combine hot honey, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to create a uniform mixture.
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This step helps to ensure even cooking.
- Coat the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour half of the hot honey mixture over the chicken, ensuring that they are well coated.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Baste the chicken: Halfway through the baking, take the remaining hot honey mixture and baste the chicken for added flavor and moisture.
- Broil for golden finish: Optional – In the last few minutes, switch to the broiler setting to create an amazing caramelized top, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
- Rest the chicken: Once fully cooked, remove the chicken from the oven. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices before slicing.
- Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle fresh herbs on top for an added burst of flavor and color.
Following these steps will guide you in crafting this incredible dish effortlessly!