Spicy Sweet Chicken Delight (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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Organic chicken breasts (2 lbs)
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Extra virgin olive oil (1 tablespoon)
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On Everything All-Purpose Blend (2 teaspoons)
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Smoked paprika (1 teaspoon, optional)
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Sea salt (1 teaspoon)
→ Hot Honey Sauce
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Unsalted butter (6 tablespoons)
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Garlic cloves, minced (4)
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Organic raw honey (1 cup)
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Cayenne pepper (1 teaspoon)
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Smoked paprika (1 teaspoon)
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Red pepper flakes (1 teaspoon)
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Garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
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Chili powder (1/2 teaspoon)
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Sea salt (pinch)
# Instructions:
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In a large bowl, mix cleaned chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, All-Purpose Blend, and smoked paprika until fully coated. Create 1-inch slit-like cuts on top of each chicken breast.
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For best flavor, place seasoned chicken in a sealed ziplock bag and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight. Before cooking, let chicken sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
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In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add honey, spices, and salt. Stir until the sauce becomes smooth and thick. Remove from heat.
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange chicken breasts with space between them, spooning half the hot honey sauce over the top.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside, and fully cooked through. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
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Drizzle remaining hot honey sauce over chicken. Serve with your choice of side dishes like salad, pasta, or rice.
# Notes:
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Meal prep friendly: Can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and stored separately.
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Adjust spice levels to taste. The recipe is intentionally bold in flavor.
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Can be made with chicken tenderloins, thighs, or drumsticks as alternatives.
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Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.