Spicy Honey Kissed Chicken
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with this irresistible Spicy Honey Kissed Chicken recipe—where sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors come together in perfect harmony! Succulent, bone-in chicken thighs are seared to golden, crispy perfection and then glazed with a mouthwatering blend of honey, garlic, smoked paprika, and a kick of cayenne pepper. The addition of lime juice and low-sodium soy sauce brings a tangy umami balance, while a final sprinkle of red pepper flakes takes the heat up a notch. Baked to tender, juicy perfection in an oven-safe skillet, this dish is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Garnish with fresh parsley and pair with roasted vegetables or fragrant rice for a standout meal that satisfies every craving. Perfect for fans of bold, sweet-and-spicy flavor profiles, this recipe promises to be a hit at your dinner table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, and lime juice until well combined.
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 3-4 minutes, until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour the honey mixture over the chicken. Use a spoon to baste the chicken with the sauce, ensuring it's well coated.
Sprinkle the red pepper flakes over the chicken for an extra pop of heat.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Spoon some of the sauce from the skillet over the chicken for added flavor.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.7 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 3361 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.9 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.6 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1386 mg | 29% | |
*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.
