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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.
- Mashed Potatoes: Fluffy and creamy mashed potatoes complement honey-baked chicken beautifully.
- 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.