Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Honey
Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Honey is a delicious twist on the classic Southern dish, offering crispy and tender chicken coated in a spicy-sweet honey glaze. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, delivering an irresistible flavor explosion that will keep everyone coming back for more. Whether served solo or as a sandwich, this dish promises to be a hit at your next meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1–2 tsp cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt to create a paste. Coat the chicken evenly with the mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While chicken bakes, combine honey, brown sugar, hot sauce, and additional cayenne in a separate bowl to make the sauce.
- Drizzle the sauce over the baked chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate chicken in buttermilk beforehand. Adjust spice levels by modifying cayenne or using mild hot sauce. Pair with coleslaw or cornbread for an unforgettable meal.