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Honey BBQ Chicken with Roasted Garlic Potatoes

This sticky, slightly smoky Honey BBQ chicken roasted alongside garlic-scented potatoes is a quick and delicious weeknight dinner that impresses without too much effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4-6 pieces chicken thighs or breasts (skin-on recommended) Boneless works too
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing the chicken
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds warmth; regular paprika is fine
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste

For the Potatoes

  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes Washed and halved
  • 3-4 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For tossing potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika For potatoes
  • Salt and pepper To taste

For Finishing

  • Fresh parsley Chopped, for finishing

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Position a rack in the center.
  • Halve small potatoes for even cooking. Toss them with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet, leaving room for the chicken pieces.
  • Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season all over with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika.

Searing

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Sear the chicken skin-side down until golden brown, about 4-6 minutes. Flip briefly, just to color the other side, then remove from heat.

Glazing and Roasting

  • Whisk together 1/3 cup honey and 1/2 cup BBQ sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Place seared chicken on the baking sheet among the potatoes. Generously brush the glaze over each chicken piece.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender and golden.
  • Five minutes before the end of roasting, brush another layer of glaze over the chicken to build a sticky coating. Return to oven for the remaining time.

Finishing Touches

  • Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For less sweetness, use a tangier BBQ sauce or reduce honey to 2 tablespoons. For a gluten-free dish, check the BBQ sauce label.
Keyword easy weeknight dinner, family-friendly meal, Honey BBQ Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, sheet pan dinner