Honey BBQ Chicken recipe card

Contains: soy, fish

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Serves: 4–6 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes (on grill or oven)
Total Time: 35–40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4–6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Remove 1/4 cup of the sauce and set it aside for basting or serving.
  2. Place chicken in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour the remaining sauce over the chicken, coating well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator).
  3. Cook chicken using one of the methods below:
    • Grill: Medium heat, 6–8 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
    • Oven: Preheat to 400°F. Place chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until 165°F.
  4. During the last few minutes of cooking, brush with the reserved sauce.
  5. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!