Southern Baked Chicken with Hot Honey Glaze
Southern Baked Chicken with Hot Honey GlazeWhenever I’m short on time but still want something special, I make this Southern baked spatchcock chicken with hot honey glaze. It’s low-effort, the oven does most of the work, and it always comes out juicy with perfectly crispy skin.
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Calories: 551kcal
Southern Baked Chicken with Hot Honey Glaze
Equipment
- Kitchen shears
- Cutting board
- Baking dish or roasting pan
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 whole chicken
- 1-½ tablespoon granulated onion powder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- ½ tablespoon granulated garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried marjoram
- ½ teaspoon crushed chili pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground mustard
Hot Honey Glaze
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoon hot sauce (I use Crystal's Hot Sauce or your favorite)
- 1 teaspoon crushed chili pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (from a fresh lemon)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breast-side down on a sturdy cutting board. Using kitchen shears, cut along both sides of the backbone and remove it. Flip the chicken breast-side up and press firmly on the breastbone until the chicken lies flat.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the chicken all over with the spice blend. Make sure to get underneath the skin and into every nook for maximum flavor.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan or baking dish. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 375°F for about 1-½ hours, or until the thickest part of the breast reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the foil and let the chicken rest in the pan for 10 minutes before glazing. This allows the juices to settle and keeps the meat tender.
- While the chicken rests, add the ingredients to make the hot honey glaze to a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring until glossy and slightly thickened.
- Pour the hot honey glaze evenly over the baked chicken, brushing it into the skin. Slice, serve, and spoon any pan juices over the top for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 551kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 2065mg | Potassium: 446mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 761IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 3mg
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