Honey-baked chicken is simple, easy to make, and a quick fix for lunch or dinner. This recipe offers a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors. The honey not only adds sweetness but also gives richness, creating a sticky sauce that is simply divine.
What to Serve with Honey-Baked Chicken
This delicious main course pairs well with various sides:
Rice: Serve with plain white or brown rice, or garlic rice for a wholesome meal.
Vegetables: Pair with steamed, sautéed, or roasted vegetables like carrots, peas, bell pepper, or broccoli.
Couscous: A delightful combination that turns this dish into a healthy meal.
Salad: Enjoy with fresh garden salad, feta cheese salad, or creamy potato salad.
Ramen: For noodle lovers, serve with noodles paired with a runny egg for a tasty dish.
Storage Instructions
Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze honey-baked chicken in a zip-lock bag for up to a month. Thaw and reheat in the oven before serving.
Recipe Details
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
4 Chicken Breasts
½ cup Honey
½ cup unsalted Butter, melted
1 tbsp light soy sauce
2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
¾ tsp garlic powder
Black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Preparation Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a kitchen towel and score them lightly with a sharp knife.
Season the chicken generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
Place the chicken breasts in a baking pan.
In a separate bowl, melt the butter and mix in garlic powder, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and honey until well combined.
Pour about three-fourths of this mixture over the chicken breasts.
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 60 minutes, basting the chicken every 15 minutes with the remaining honey and butter mixture.
Once cooked, remove the baking pan from the oven and garnish the chicken with sesame seeds before serving.
