Oven Fried Chicken With Honey Butter Sauce
Description: I’ve had this recipe for many years…not really sure where I found it though. This is a really delicious recipe that is quite messy so have plenty of napkins on hand! Enjoy!!
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Calories: 798.5 per serving
Fat Content: 52.1g
Saturated Fat Content: 26.8g
Cholesterol Content: 176.6mg
Sodium Content: 677.2mg
Carbohydrate Content: 60.5g
Fiber Content: 1.4g
Sugar Content: 35.4g
Protein Content: 25g
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup honey
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pour 1/2 cup of melted butter into a baking dish, ensuring it covers the bottom evenly. |
| 2 | In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. |
| 3 | Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. |
| 4 | Place the coated chicken pieces into the prepared baking dish, turning them to coat with the melted butter. |
| 5 | Cover the baking dish and bake the chicken, meaty side down, for 30 minutes. |
| 6 | While the chicken is baking, prepare the honey butter sauce by combining the remaining 1/4 cup of melted butter, lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl. Mix well. |
| 7 | After 30 minutes of baking, turn the chicken pieces over. |
| 8 | Pour the honey butter sauce evenly over the chicken pieces. |
| 9 | Bake the chicken uncovered for an additional 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown. |
| 10 | Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. |
This oven-fried chicken with honey butter sauce is a delightful dish that combines crispy chicken with a sweet and tangy sauce. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion when you want to impress your guests with homemade comfort food. The buttery texture of the chicken combined with the sticky sweetness of the honey sauce makes every bite irresistible. Serve it alongside your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy the goodness of homemade comfort food with this flavorful recipe! 🍗🍯✨
