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A close-up of a golden-brown honey butter chicken fillet drizzled with glossy honey glaze, served on a rustic white plate with sprigs of fresh herbs, surrounded by a light sprinkle of crushed pepper and a side of buttery mashed potatoes, styled on a wooden table with soft natural lighting highlighting the flaky, tender texture.

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Honey Butter Chicken

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Juicy oven-baked chicken thighs coated in a luscious honey butter glaze, garnished with fresh herbs for a simple yet flavorful dinner.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in honey and minced garlic until combined.
  4. Brush the chicken with honey butter mixture and place on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and cooked through, basting halfway through.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate chicken in honey butter for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg
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