Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts 

These Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts are a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors, featuring juicy chicken breasts glazed with a homemade hot honey sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this dish offers a balance of heat and sweetness that will tantalize your taste buds.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients 

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Hot Honey Sauce:

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 cup organic raw honey

• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon chili powder

• Pinch of sea salt

Directions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides with salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.

   • Place the seasoned chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

2. Bake the Chicken:

   • Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

   • After 20 minutes, spoon the hot honey sauce over each chicken breast.

   • Continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

3. Prepare the Hot Honey Sauce:

   • While the chicken is baking, melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.

   • Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

   • Stir in the honey, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, chili powder, and a pinch of sea salt.

   • Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes smooth and slightly thickened.

4. Serve:

   • Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the oven.

   • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal

• Protein: 35 g

• Carbohydrates: 35 g

• Fat: 15 g

• Sodium: 600 mg

• Fiber: 1 g