Description
Sweet and Spicy Baked Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings together the irresistible combination of sweetness and heat. This easy-to-make recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a delicious glaze made from honey, soy sauce, garlic, chili flakes, and a splash of pineapple juice. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this flavorful chicken is perfect for busy weeknights or to impress guests at gatherings. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, crisp salads, or crusty bread to create a well-rounded meal that will have everyone coming back for more. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delightful dish!
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, chili flakes, and pineapple juice until combined.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165?F (74?C).
- Serve hot, drizzling additional sauce over the chicken.
Notes
Marinate the chicken overnight in the sauce for deeper flavor.
Substitute maple syrup for honey for a unique twist or add sliced pineapples during baking for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg