Heart-Healthy Hot Honey Chicken
Indulge in the bold, balanced flavors of Heart-Healthy Hot Honey Chicken, a recipe crafted to please your palate while prioritizing wellness. This dish features tender, oven-baked boneless chicken breasts brushed with a vibrant marinade of extra virgin olive oil, spicy hot sauce, sweet honey, and smoky paprika—creating an irresistible sweet-and-spicy glaze. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powders, pepper, and salt, the chicken is baked to juicy perfection and finished with a fresh garnish of parsley and a zesty squeeze of lemon juice. Ready in just 35 minutes, this heart-smart recipe is ideal for busy weeknights while delivering bold flavor without the guilt. Pair it with steamed veggies or a crisp green salad for a wholesome meal that’s satisfying and nutritious. Keywords: heart-healthy recipe, hot honey chicken, baked chicken, easy dinner, sweet and spicy chicken.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 medium lemon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, hot sauce, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
Transfer the marinated chicken breasts to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
While the chicken is baking, finely chop the parsley and cut the lemon into wedges.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and brush with the remaining marinade for an extra layer of flavor.
Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
Serve hot, accompanied by a side of your choice, such as steamed vegetables or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.7 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2429 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.4 g | ||
| Protein | 218.1 g | 436% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2073 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
