Chicken Devil
A quick, bright, slightly spicy baked chicken that's fast, forgiving, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1–1.5 lb / 450–700 g total)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder Start small and increase to taste.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon honey Swap for maple syrup or agave for a vegan-friendly sweetener.
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Fresh juice is best for brightness.
- to taste pinch salt and black pepper
- Chopped for garnish cilantro For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a baking dish or line it with parchment.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, honey, lime juice, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Coat each breast thoroughly with the spice mixture, rubbing it over both sides.
- Arrange the coated chicken in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
Cooking
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
For best texture, warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8–10 minutes. Do not let cooked chicken sit at room temperature more than 2 hours.