Delicious Baked Honey BBQ Popcorn Chicken
Delicious Baked Honey BBQ Popcorn Chicken is a family-friendly dish that combines the irresistible crunch of panko-breaded chicken with a sweet and tangy honey barbecue glaze. This healthier baked version offers all the flavor of traditional fried chicken without the guilt, making it perfect for game nights, cozy dinners, or busy weeknights. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your household. Serve it as an appetizer or main course alongside fresh veggies and dipping sauces for a delightful meal everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with spices of your choice. Dredge each chicken piece in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, warm honey and barbecue sauce in a saucepan. Drizzle over the baked chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg