Baked Honey Garlic Chicken

Sweet, savory, and all sorts of yummy, Baked Honey Garlic Chicken is a parade of flavors dancing on your tongue. This finger-lickin’ good dish is one that scents the house with such an inviting aroma, perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or when you just want to spoil yourself with a delectable spread. It’s a meal that’ll have you doing a happy jig with every morsel of tantalizing honey glazed chicken you savour. Trust me, guys! You’d be crazy not to fall in love with this one!

Packed with succulent chicken, baked to perfection, and slathered in a heavenly honey garlic concoction, Baked Honey Garlic Chicken exudes an out-of-this-world yumminess that’s hard to resist. And it’s not all about the taste either. Who can resist the enticing golden hue of the chicken pieces, beautifully glazed and garnished to culinary perfection? This is food art, mate, and you’re the artist!

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 4 people
• Yield: 8 pieces

Now, we’ve got that mouth-watering image in your head, let’s dive right into how you can bring it to life in your kitchen. Buckle up, because we’re going in!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 8 pieces of Chicken thighs or drumsticks
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 cup Honey
• 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• Olive oil for drizzling

As for the equipment, you���re gonna need a large ovenproof skillet and a baking tray.

The garlic and honey are what���s going to give that lip-smacking flavor, making your Baked Honey Garlic Chicken finger-lickin��� good, and the soy sauce will add this beautiful depth to the dish that’ll have you taking seconds and thirds for sure. You can totally swap honey with maple syrup if you prefer a slightly milder sweetness and opt for tamari if you���re gluten-intolerant!

How To Make Baked Honey Garlic Chicken

1. Preheat your oven to 200C/400F. While the oven is preheating, start to season the chicken thighs or drumsticks with salt and pepper.
2. In a bowl, mix together finely minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Fill your kitchen with the delicious aromatic scent.
3. Heat your large ovenproof skillet over medium heat, add some olive oil and place your seasoned chicken pieces. Allow these babies to be beautifully seared and crisped for about 4-5 minutes each side.
4. With all pieces seared, pour your prepared sauce over the chicken and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Now, it���s play the waiting game while these little champions get baked up to juicy goodness for a good 25-30 minutes.
5. Finally, you���re ready to serve your scrumptious Baked Honey Garlic Chicken. Just garnish with some sesame seeds or fresh green onions, and bam! You���ve prepared yourself a meal straight outta heaven!

Tips For The Best Results

• Always use fresh garlic. That���s where the real flavor is at.
• Make sure the chicken is dried before seasoning. This allows the skin to crisp up better.

Storage Tips

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• You can also freeze the cooked Baked Honey Garlic Chicken in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs or drumsticks?
A: Absolutely! Just make sure to adjust cooking times as chicken breasts might cook faster.

Q: What can I serve this with?
A: This goes beautifully with some steamed rice or some roasted veggies.

Q: Can I make this dish spicier?
A: Totally! Feel free to add in some chili flakes or cayenne pepper.

Q: I don’t have an ovenproof skillet, what can I use instead?
A: You can use a regular skillet and then transfer the chicken and sauce into a baking tray.

Q: Can I use regular sugar instead of honey?
A: Yes, but honey gives a unique flavor to the dish that sugar won’t be able to replicate.

Nutritional Facts of Baked Honey Garlic Chicken

This dish is around 300 Kcal per serving, with 20g of protein, 20g of carbohydrates and 12g of fat.

All in all, Baked Honey Garlic Chicken is a surefire winner every time. It’s easy, it’s flavorful, and it’ll have everyone raving about your culinary genius. This showstopper of a meal is excellent paired with a side of tasty roasted veggies or some creamy mashed potatoes. Trust me, fellas, this one’s a keeper!