Honey Baked Rabbit or Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this Honey Baked Rabbit or Chicken recipe, a mouthwatering blend of tender meat and a sticky-sweet glaze. Perfectly seared rabbit or chicken pieces are baked to golden perfection in a luscious mixture of honey, lemon juice, garlic, and soy sauce, with a touch of dried thyme for an herby aroma. This one-skillet dish combines the flavors of rustic comfort and a hint of gourmet elegance, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and the option to use rabbit or chicken, this versatile recipe caters to adventurous eaters and classic tastes alike. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes, it’s a succulent, crowd-pleasing masterpiece you’ll want to savor again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 lbs rabbit or chicken
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 cups honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rinse the rabbit or chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. If using rabbit, cut it into six pieces. If using chicken, you may use a whole chicken or cut it into parts.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, soy sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir and heat gently until the mixture is well combined and aromatic, about 3–4 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the rabbit or chicken pieces for about 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Remove the skillet from heat and pour the honey glaze evenly over the rabbit or chicken.
Dot the top with unsalted butter pieces to enhance moisture and flavor.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, basting the rabbit/chicken with the honey glaze every 15 minutes.
Once cooked through (internal temperature should read 165°F/74°C for chicken or rabbit), remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top as a garnish before serving.
Serve warm alongside roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.3 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1364 mg | 455% | |
| Sodium | 4287 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.7 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.2 g | ||
| Protein | 402.8 g | 806% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 39.7 mg | 221% | |
| Potassium | 5103 mg | 109% | |
*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.
