Paleo Hot Honey Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Paleo Hot Honey Chicken, a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Tender, golden-brown chicken thighs are seared to crispy perfection, then baked to juicy doneness. The star of the dish is the homemade paleo-friendly hot honey glaze, made with natural honey, apple cider vinegar, crushed red pepper flakes for heat, and a touch of fresh thyme for a herbaceous finish. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 45 minutes, is ideal for clean-eating enthusiasts and packed with bold flavor in every bite. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a meal that’s both wholesome and satisfying. Perfect for paleo diets, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving a little kick in their culinary routine!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.

Step 3

Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and season with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and sear for about 4 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.

Step 6

Flip the chicken and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.

Step 7

Bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

While the chicken is baking, prepare the hot honey glaze.

Step 9

In a small saucepan, combine honey, apple cider vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is warm and well combined.

Step 10

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fresh thyme leaves.

Step 11

Once the chicken is done, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.

Step 12

Drizzle the hot honey glaze generously over the chicken thighs.

Step 13

Serve the Paleo Hot Honey Chicken warm with your choice of sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1074.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2509.5

Total Fat 126.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 846mg	0%
Sodium 3075.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 98.1g
Protein 235.6g	0%

Vitamin D 63IU	0%
Calcium 128.6mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 2331.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.6%

Protein: 37.8%

Carbs: 16.6%