Description
Ignite your taste buds with this mouthwatering spicy chicken recipe! Tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful blend of garlic, cayenne, and smoked paprika create a delightful dish that’s perfect for gatherings or busy weeknights. With customizable heat levels and versatile cooking methods, you’ll love serving this vibrant meal alongside rice or fresh veggies. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, cayenne pepper, and paprika.
- Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare grill/pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), or grill/pan-sear until golden brown.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg