Description
This spicy honey roasted chicken features a sweet glaze and a spicy kick, perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 pounds)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, hot sauce, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a roasting pan.
- Rub the honey mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get under the skin for maximum flavor.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot with sides like roasted vegetables, green salad, or steamed rice.
Notes
For extra flavor, spoon any pan juices over the meat and serve with extra hot sauce or honey on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: roasted chicken, honey chicken, spicy chicken, one pan meal