Description
This Easy Honey Glazed Chicken with Lemon and Olives offers a delightful Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile, perfect for cozy dinners. The dish balances the sweetness of honey with the zest of lemon and the savory notes of olives, creating a simple yet impressive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Chicken (bone-in, skin-on), cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 cup Honey
- 1/4 cup White Wine
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 pieces Fresh Lemons
- 1/2 cup Nicoise Olives
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro or Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook until golden brown, then set aside.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Brown them in the same pot for 5-7 minutes, then set aside.
- Layer the cooked onions in a roasting pan, then place the chicken skin-side up on top.
- Smear honey generously over the chicken pieces. Mix any leftover honey with white wine and bring to a boil for one minute to create a glaze.
- Pour the honey-wine mixture over the chicken, then add fresh lemon slices and olives.
- Bake the chicken uncovered for about 40 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Aim for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through for best texture.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free if ingredients used are certified gluten-free.
- Consider serving with side dishes like mashed potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, or couscous.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg