Honey BBQ Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
This recipe combines tender oven-baked chicken glazed with sticky honey BBQ sauce and golden roasted baby potatoes tossed in garlic, butter, and parmesan. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend meal.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Total time: ~1 hour
Serves: 4
Ingredients
For the Honey BBQ Chicken:
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
½ cup BBQ sauce
3 tbsp honey
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp chili flakes
Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Garlic Parmesan Potatoes:
1 ½ lbs (700 g) baby potatoes, halved
3 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano + basil)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Prepare the chicken:
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
In a small bowl, mix BBQ sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic, paprika, and chili flakes.
Pat chicken dry, season lightly with salt & pepper.
Arrange chicken on a parchment-lined baking tray. Brush generously with the honey BBQ mixture.
2. Roast the potatoes:
Toss halved potatoes with olive oil, garlic, parmesan, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
Spread on a separate baking tray (or same tray if large enough) in a single layer, cut side down.
3. Bake:
Place both trays in the oven.
Roast chicken for 35–40 minutes, basting with extra sauce halfway through.
Roast potatoes for 30–35 minutes, flipping once, until crispy and golden.
4. Finish & serve:
For stickier chicken, brush with more BBQ sauce + honey and broil (grill) for 2–3 minutes at the end.
Garnish potatoes with fresh parsley before serving.
Plate together for a sweet, smoky, garlicky, and cheesy feast.
Notes & Tips
Chicken cuts: Drumsticks or wings work too — just adjust roasting time.
Make it extra crispy: Pat chicken skin dry and roast on a wire rack over a tray.
Potato upgrade: Add a squeeze of lemon over potatoes for brightness.
Shortcut: Use store-bought BBQ sauce or make a quick one with ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire, and spices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this with boneless chicken?
Yes — reduce baking time to 20–25 minutes (check doneness at 75°C / 165°F internal temp).
Q: Can I air fry the potatoes?
Yes — air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 18–20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Q: Can I meal prep?
Yes — chicken and potatoes reheat well in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~520
Protein: 33g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fat: 26g
Fiber: 4g