Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken Recipe

Fall-off-the-bone tender, juicy chicken glazed with a sweet and tangy honey barbecue sauce. This recipe is easy to follow and delivers incredible flavor, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue! Amp up the sweetness with extra brown sugar and honey if desired.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 497.9 kcal
Protein 65g
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Ingredients for Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken

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How to Make Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place chicken pieces, skin-side down, in a large baking dish.
  3. Season chicken generously with salt and pepper.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  5. Pour the honey barbecue sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
  7. Flip the chicken pieces and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and the glaze is caramelized and sticky.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

87g

Fat

41g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken?

Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken?

Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken has approximately 497.9 calories per serving, with about 65 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken?

The key ingredients for Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken are Roasting Chickens, Salt And Pepper, Onion, Tomato Sauce, Honey, Vinegar. See the full list with measurements above.

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