Irresistibly Spicy Honey Whole Roasted Chicken
This one-pan roasted chicken is glazed with a sweet and spicy honey sauce, delivering a crispy skin and juicy meat, perfect for a special family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
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.
Notes
For a milder flavor, reduce hot sauce; for extra kick, add cayenne. Let the chicken rest to keep it juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: roasted chicken, honey glaze, spicy chicken, one pan meal, family dinner