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Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts: A Sweet & Spicy Delight

Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts are a sweet and spicy dish that combines the flavors of honey and spices for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup hot honey or regular honey mixed with a pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the hot honey, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the honey mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. For a caramelized finish, broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
  6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breastCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper to the honey mixture.
  • Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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