Best 7 Honey Barbecue Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of honey barbecue chicken, a culinary masterpiece that effortlessly blends the sweet and tangy notes of honey with the savory smokiness of barbecue sauce. This delectable dish promises a burst of flavors in every bite, leaving you craving for more. Whether you prefer the classic grilled version, the succulent baked rendition, or the irresistible slow cooker variation, this article has got you covered with a comprehensive collection of honey barbecue chicken recipes. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your taste buds and leave you with a lingering satisfaction.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY BARBECUE CHICKEN WINGS



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This is my own recipe. I love the way they get so gooey and sticky...goes really well with some homemade mac and cheese, some bbq baked beans, and a biscuit.....mmmmm....yum!

Provided by javagirl81

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 18 wings, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

18 chicken wings
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
cooking spray
1 cup barbecue sauce, preferably Hickory Smoke Flavor
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons hot sauce
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Wash, dry, and season the wings with the salt, garlic, pepper, cayenne, sugar, and paprika. Preheat the oven to 375.
  • Spray a cookie sheet with a generous spray of cooking spray.
  • Place the wings in a single layer on the cookie sheet, and place in the oven.
  • Cook for 35-40 minutes, depending on the size of the wings, turning once.
  • While they are baking, make the sauce by slowly simmering the sauce ingredients over the lowest heat.
  • When the wings are done baking, carefully dip them in the sauce, and place them back in the oven for another 5 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling.
  • ENJOY!And remember to save some for everyone else!

HONEY-BARBECUE CHICKEN WINGS



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These wings get loads of flavor from the slightly sweet honey-barbecue sauce they're tossed in. They're just the tiniest bit sticky-exactly the way they should be. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/2 pounds chicken wings
1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup honey
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • Cut wings into 3 sections; discard wing tip sections. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, barbecue sauce and honey. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 1 cup., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, paprika and pepper. Add wings, a few at a time, and toss to coat., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry wings, a few at a time, until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Transfer wings to a large bowl; add sauce and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 419mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HONEY BARBECUE CHICKEN STRIPS



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These are just like the ones served at restaurants and there great to serve at a get together although you will need to increase the amounts if you are feeding a crowd, I use Heinz hickory-flavor BBQ sauce but any brand will do as long as it is hickory flavor, if you like some heat then add in 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper to the flour mixture, serve with fries and coleslaw :)---- these are *very* good, I have made them many times.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken, cut into strips
2 3/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt or 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
black pepper
1 cup buttermilk
vegetable oil (for deep frying)
1 cup hickory flavored barbecue sauce (Heinz is good)
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

Steps:

  • For chicken strips: Mix flour, salt and pepper in a bowl; set aside.
  • Place buttermilk in a separate bowl.
  • Heat the oil for frying.
  • Dip chicken strips in flour, then in buttermilk, and then again in flour.
  • Place in hot oil (the temperature should read 375 degrees).
  • Never crowd the chicken strips in the oil, fry only a few at a time until lightly golden brown Remove strips from oil; drain on paper towel.
  • To make sauce: place all sauce ingredients in a small saucepan, mix thoroughly, and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes; cool slightly.
  • Dip one chicken strip in sauce at a time; place on baking sheet that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • Place the chicken strips on a 350 degree oven.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Serve with french fries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 148.1, Sodium 1483.4, Carbohydrate 100.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 28.9, Protein 59.3

HONEY-BARBECUE CHICKEN SKEWERS



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This complete recipe may be doubled but keep the garlic amount at three cloves --- add one some cherry tomatoes, large mushrooms or fresh pineapple chunks on the skewers if desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken

Time 8h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup oil
1/3 cup liquid honey
4 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
3 large fresh garlic cloves (chopped in quarters or large pieces)
1 green onion (sliced into about 1-inch pieces)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
wooden skewer (soaked in cold water a minimum of 30 minutes or longer before threading)

Steps:

  • Slice the chicken breasts in half or into thirds or whatever size you you desire to thread on the skewers.
  • In a large glass bowl (use a large enough bowl to hold the marinade and the chicken strips) whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce, barbecue sauce and black pepper until well combined; add in garlic pieces and green onion.
  • Add in the chicken strips and toss with the marinade to combine well.
  • Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 8-24 hours (tossing the strips once or twice during chilling won't hurt!).
  • Remove the chicken strips and discard the marinade.
  • Thread chicken strips on the wooden skewers piercing at least 3 times through the skewers (make certain to soak the skewers for a minimum of 30 minutes before threading).
  • Grill over medium heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.9, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 54.8, Sodium 488.9, Carbohydrate 10.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 9.6, Protein 22.7

HONEY BARBECUE CHICKEN



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Honey Barbecue is my favorite kind of sauce on chicken. I think I could eat the honey barbecue sauce by itself it is so good. I don't usually cook drumsticks, but these are amazing. The dark meat give it a great rich flavor that leaves you wanting more. Enjoy!

Provided by Ashley Lemon

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 13

CHICKEN
6 - 8 chicken drumsticks
2 3/4 all purpose flour
1 tsp lawry's seasoning salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 c milk
2 Tbsp white vinegar
BBQ SAUCE
1 c bbq sauce - mild or sweet
1/4 c water
3 Tbsp honey
1 1/2 Tbsp ketchup
1 tsp liquid smoke flavoring

Steps:

  • 1. Mix flour, seasoning salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • 2. Combine the milk and vinegar, set aside for 10 min
  • 3. Pat the chicken dry, dry chicken makes crispy chicken
  • 4. Preheat oven to 375 F, place a wire cooling rack in the oven with a pan under it. Let it come up to heat with the oven. Also it does't hurt to spray with non-stick spray just to insure a beautiful crust.
  • 5. Once the milk has "soured" pour into a shallow dish, easy for dipping the chicken in.
  • 6. Dip the chicken in the milk mixture, then in the flour mix. Set aside on a plate until all have been dipped and covered.
  • 7. Add the chicken carefully to the preheated wire rack. Cook for 25 - 30 min. Rotating the pan half way through.
  • 8. Make barbecue sauce, and with a basting brush coat the chicken after its cooked for 30 min. Coat ever 10 min and continue to cook for another 30 min.
  • 9. Enjoy, serve the extra sauce on the side.

HONEY BARBECUE CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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This super easy shredded chicken recipe is great! What I love is the addition of Italian dressing. It gives a little tang to the BBQ sauce. This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd. Great for a tailgate, cookout or an easy weeknight meal.

Provided by Heather Trice

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 7h5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
18 oz bottle honey barbecue sauce
1/2 c Italian salad dressing
1/4 c brown sugar
2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Place chicken in slow cooker.
  • 2. In a bowl mix bbq sauce, dressing, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this over the chicken and place lid on slow cooker.
  • 3. Cook 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high.
  • 4. Remove cooked chicken from slow cooker and shred using two forks.
  • 5. Return shredded chicken to slow cooker and toss to coat with sauce. Then serve on Kaiser rolls.

HONEY BARBECUE CHICKEN



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"I love chicken with pineapple, yet I wanted to try something different," explains Carrie Price of Uneeda, West Virginia. "So I came up with this sweet and tangy chicken that doesn't take long to prepare and only uses one pan."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 bottle (18 ounces) honey barbecue sauce
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set fruit and juice aside. Sprinkle chicken with curry powder. In a large skillet, brown chicken on both sides over medium-high heat in oil. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute the onion, green pepper and pineapple until vegetables are tender and pineapple is golden brown. Stir in barbecue sauce and reserved pineapple juice. Return chicken to the pan. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 1292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (58g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Honey Barbecue Chicken:

  • Use a good quality barbecue sauce. Look for one that is thick and flavorful, with a balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
  • Make sure your chicken is thoroughly cooked before serving. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook honey barbecue chicken in the oven. Just preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the chicken for about 45 minutes, or until it is cooked through.
  • Serve honey barbecue chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or corn on the cob.

Conclusion:

Honey barbecue chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're grilling it in the backyard or baking it in the oven, this recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give honey barbecue chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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