Honey Bbq Chicken
Get ready to savor the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors with this irresistible Honey BBQ Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, this dish begins with a flavorful spice rub of paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper that enhances every bite. The chicken is first seared to golden perfection, then baked to lock in its natural juices before being coated in a luscious homemade honey BBQ glaze. Made with rich honey, tangy apple cider vinegar, and your favorite BBQ sauce, the glaze caramelizes beautifully under the broiler for a sticky-sweet finish that will leave you reaching for seconds. This easy dinner idea is ready in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Serve with extra sauce on the side and your favorite sides for a meal bursting with bold barbecue flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thinning sauce)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel, then rub them with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes, until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 3 minutes.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken bakes, prepare the honey BBQ sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and butter. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes. Add water if the sauce is too thick.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and brush a generous layer of the honey BBQ sauce over each thigh. Return the skillet to the oven and broil on high for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce caramelizes slightly.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm with additional sauce on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 669 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 296 mg | 6% | |
*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.
