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Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts

Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts
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Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts deliver a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors with juicy, tender chicken covered in a sticky golden glaze. This easy-to-make recipe requires minimal ingredients and baking time, perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, and customizable to suit your taste preferences.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Hot Honey Glaze

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons hot sauce or 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to heat preference)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix the Hot Honey Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce or chili flakes, garlic powder, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined and smooth.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and brush them generously with the hot honey mixture, making sure every inch is covered for maximum flavor.
  4. Bake the Chicken: Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the glaze is caramelized and sticky.
  5. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to lock in the juices before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
  • Let chicken sit out for 15 minutes before baking for even cooking.
  • Brush extra hot honey sauce halfway through baking for more intense flavor and stickiness.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to avoid drying out.
  • Let the cooked chicken rest to allow the juices to redistribute and keep it juicy.

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