Fiery Chicken with Hot Sauce and Honey
What Started it all:
Chicken hot sauce paprika little bit of honey and some lemon juice
Get ready to spice things up! This dish is not for the faint-hearted. We're combining the heat of chicken hot sauce with a touch of sweetness from honey and a zesty kick from lemon juice. Perfect for 5 people, this recipe is sure to wake up your taste buds. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) chicken hot sauce (adjust according to your spice tolerance!)
- 2 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet, your choice!)
- 2 tbsp honey (not too much, we’re not making candy!)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional, but it looks good!)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F). Get that heat going, we’re not here to play around!
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season them generously with salt and pepper. Don’t skimp on the seasoning, people!
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the hot sauce, paprika, honey, and lemon juice. This is where the magic happens! Taste it; it should be fiery with a hint of sweetness.
- Marinate the Chicken: Toss the chicken thighs in the marinade until they’re fully coated. Let that sit for at least 30 minutes. If you can marinate it overnight, even better!
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish. Pour any remaining marinade over the top. We want every bite bursting with flavor!
- Bake: Pop the dish in the oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy. You want it golden and beautiful, not soggy!
- Serve: Once done, take it out of the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if you fancy.
Serve this fiery chicken with a side of rice or a fresh salad to balance the heat. Remember, cooking is about passion and precision. Don’t just throw things together—make it count! Enjoy the explosion of flavors and don’t forget to share. Now get in the kitchen and impress everyone—no excuses!