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Hot Honey Chicken

Hot Honey Chicken

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Easy Hot Honey Chicken recipe combines tender, juicy chicken with a perfectly balanced hot honey glaze that delivers just the right amount of sweet heat. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish uses simple, natural ingredients to create a flavorful and comforting meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts, bone-in or boneless

Hot Honey Sauce

  • 1/3 cup hot honey (natural)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to create a flavorful base and ensure a crispy exterior when cooked.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. This locks in juices and forms a delicious crust.
  3. Make the Hot Honey Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together hot honey (natural), minced garlic, apple cider vinegar (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Adjust the sweetness or heat by adding more honey or red pepper flakes if desired.
  4. Coat and Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and pour the hot honey sauce over the seared chicken. Let it simmer gently for approximately 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the skillet from heat. Optionally garnish with fresh sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, or chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with your favorite sides such as jasmine rice or roasted vegetables.

Notes

  • Warm the hot honey sauce gently before adding it to the chicken for better absorption.
  • Use a cast iron skillet for the best sear and even cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure the chicken browns properly rather than steams.
  • Adjust spice levels gradually by adding red pepper flakes in small increments.
  • Let chicken rest a few minutes before serving for juicier bites.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: hot honey chicken, spicy honey chicken, quick chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, sweet and spicy chicken

Find it online: https://yummyrecipeszone.com/hot-honey-chicken/