Keto Hot Honey Chicken
Get ready to spice up your low-carb meal plan with this irresistible Keto Hot Honey Chicken! Perfectly crisp bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are oven-baked to golden perfection, then drizzled with a fiery-sweet glaze made from a sugar-free honey substitute, cayenne, tangy apple cider vinegar, and hot sauce. Featuring a clever ingredient like baking powder for ultra-crispy skin and keto-friendly Swerve brown sugar to achieve that signature sweetness, this recipe strikes the ultimate balance of heat and flavor—all while staying keto-compliant. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple, foolproof technique, this dish is not only quick but will elevate any weeknight dinner or impress your keto-conscious guests. Serve alongside cauliflower rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad for a complete, flavor-packed plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Swerve brown sugar substitute
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 cup sugar-free honey substitute
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and baking powder.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and rub each piece with olive oil.
Evenly sprinkle the spice mixture onto the chicken thighs, ensuring all sides are well-coated.
Place the chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the hot honey sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the Swerve brown sugar substitute, cayenne pepper, sugar-free honey, apple cider vinegar, and hot sauce.
Stir the sauce mixture until everything is well blended and the Swerve has dissolved. Remove the sauce from heat.
Once the chicken is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the crispy chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Keto Hot Honey Chicken with your choice of side, such as cauliflower rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1687 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.6 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 4057 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 134.3 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1559 mg | 33% | |
*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.
