Honey BBQ Baked Chicken – Easy Chicken Recipes for Busy Weeknights
When I tell you this Honey BBQ Baked Chicken recipe has saved many a weeknight dinner for me, I mean it. There's just something about that sticky, sweet-and-smoky glaze that feels like a hug from the inside out. And don't even get me started on how easy it is to throw together.
One of my favorite things about this recipe—besides how finger-licking good it is—is that you don’t need a grill. Just a baking dish, a few pantry staples, and a little faith in your oven. The result? Juicy, flavorful chicken with a golden glaze that clings to each bite like it knows it's home.
Whether you're meal prepping, feeding a crew, or just need something delicious without too much fuss, this one's a keeper. It checks all the boxes: easy chicken recipes, quick and easy recipes, sweet easy recipes, healthy easy recipes, air fryer easy recipes (yep, you can adapt it), easy recipes for dinner, and even easy recipes with rotisserie chicken if you want to shortcut. So, let’s get this chicken party started.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite kind)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish.
- Pour the honey BBQ mixture over the chicken, making sure to coat each piece well.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, basting once or twice with the sauce during cooking.
- Once the skin is crispy and the internal temp hits 165°F (75°C), remove from the oven.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley if you like, and serve warm.