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Hot Honey Recipe For Chicken

This hot honey sauce adds a sweet and spicy kick to your chicken, transforming a simple dish into something special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts or thighs

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Brush for applying sauce
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, apple cider vinegar, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk until the mixture is well combined and begins to simmer.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. While the sauce simmers, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper before placing them in the skillet.
  6. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Once the chicken is cooked, brush on the hot honey sauce generously.
  8. Transfer the glazed chicken to a serving dish and drizzle any remaining sauce on top.

Notes

This hot honey chicken pairs well with garlic mashed potatoes, coleslaw, roasted vegetables, or rice.