Description
A delightful balance of sweet and spicy flavors, Honey Pepper Chicken offers a juicy interior with a crispy, glazed exterior that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Whisk together the honey, black pepper, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and salt until smooth.
- Place the chicken breasts on a lined baking sheet.
- Coat each chicken breast evenly with the honey pepper mixture using a basting brush.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate chicken in the honey pepper mixture for up to 2 hours before cooking. This dish can also be made in an air fryer for even crispier results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg