Honey BBQ Chicken
A delightful fusion of sweet and smoky flavors, this honey BBQ chicken is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare for family dinners or backyard barbecues.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: green onions, sesame seeds, or cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Generously season the chicken with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a separate bowl, mix together honey and BBQ sauce until well combined.
- Cook the chicken on the grill or in a skillet for about 6-7 minutes per side, basting it with honey BBQ sauce during the final few minutes.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from heat and let it rest for a few minutes to lock in the juices.
- Serve the succulent chicken over fluffy rice, garnished with your favorite optional toppings.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey BBQ mixture for a few hours before cooking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe temperature of 165°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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