Description
Enjoy a mouthwatering Honey BBQ Chicken with Garlic Potatoes Dinner that’s simple, flavorful, and perfect for any weeknight meal. Tender, juicy chicken glazed in a sticky honey BBQ sauce paired with golden roasted garlic potatoes that are crispy on the outside and soft inside makes for a comforting and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4–6 chicken thighs or breasts (skin-on for extra crispiness)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
Honey BBQ Glaze
- ⅓ cup honey
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Garlic Potatoes
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and halved
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Potatoes: Wash and halve the baby potatoes for even roasting. Toss them in olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Spread potatoes on a baking sheet with enough space to avoid steaming for crispiness.
- Season and Sear the Chicken: Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down until golden brown to lock in juices and create a crispy exterior.
- Combine Honey and BBQ Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey and BBQ sauce to create a sticky glaze that will be brushed onto the chicken.
- Roast Chicken and Potatoes: Transfer seared chicken to the baking sheet with potatoes. Brush honey BBQ glaze generously over each piece of chicken. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C) and potatoes are tender and golden.
- Final Glaze and Garnish: Brush another layer of honey BBQ glaze onto chicken during the last 5 minutes of roasting. After removing from oven, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Choose chicken thighs for juicier meat and more forgiveness if slightly overcooked.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure potatoes and chicken roast instead of steam, achieving better texture.
- Marinate chicken in half the honey BBQ glaze for 30 minutes to deepen flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe and juicy results.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after roasting to lock in juices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: Thirty-five g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken, Garlic Potatoes, Weeknight Dinner, One-Pan Meal, Roasted Chicken, BBQ Sauce, Comfort Food