Baked Honey Garlic Chicken
Sweet, sticky, and packed with savory flavors, Baked Honey Garlic Chicken is an easy, family-friendly dish that’s healthy-ish and perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, and black pepper in a bowl to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil, baste the chicken with the sauce, and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes or overnight for enhanced flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked.