Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes is a family favorite that’s better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to crispy chicken and creamy potatoes every time. The golden, crispy chicken and melty, cheesy potatoes will make your whole family happy. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe and Raspberry Lemon Cookies.
Why This Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce
- Creamy, cheesy potatoes that melt in your mouth
- Easy to make and better than takeout
- Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or family gathering
What You'll Need for Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- chicken breasts
- honey
- BBQ sauce
- potatoes
- garlic
- parmesan cheese
- salt
- pepper
- paprika
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- oregano
- brown sugar
- apple cider vinegar
- Optional: chopped green onions
- Optional: shredded cheese
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work best for this recipe.
- BBQ sauce: Use your favorite store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Instant Read Meat Thermometer — Ensures perfectly cooked chicken every time. → See on Amazon
- Cast Iron Skillet — Gives the best sear and crispy texture to the chicken. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Step 2: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together honey, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Brush the mixture onto the chicken and place it back into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- Step 4: While the chicken is cooking, cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes and toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Spread the potatoes onto a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove the potatoes from the oven and top with shredded parmesan cheese. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and bubbled.
- Step 5: Serve the Honey BBQ Chicken with the Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
- Pro Tip: Make sure your skillet is hot before adding the chicken to get a good sear.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C). If the chicken is overcooked, it will be dry.
- Pro Tip: For extra crispy potatoes, toss them with cornstarch before baking.
- Pro Tip: To make this recipe ahead of time, cook the chicken and potatoes separately, then reheat in the oven before serving.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The chicken and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Freezing Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Freeze cooked chicken and potatoes separately for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until warmed through. The texture may be slightly different.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the honey BBQ sauce mixture.
- Best substitution: If you don't have parmesan cheese, you can substitute it with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Make-ahead: The chicken and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken is sticking to the skillet, it's not hot enough. Make sure your skillet is hot before adding the chicken.
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Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- chicken breasts
- honey
- BBQ sauce
- potatoes
- garlic
- parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- salt
- pepper
- paprika
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- oregano
- brown sugar
- apple cider vinegar
Optional Toppings
- chopped green onions
- shredded cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Step 2: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together honey, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Brush the mixture onto the chicken and place it back into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- Step 4: While the chicken is cooking, cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes and toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Spread the potatoes onto a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove the potatoes from the oven and top with shredded parmesan cheese. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and bubbled.
- Step 5: Serve the Honey BBQ Chicken with the Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the honey BBQ sauce mixture.
- Best substitution: If you don't have parmesan cheese, you can substitute it with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Make-ahead: The chicken and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken is sticking to the skillet, it's not hot enough. Make sure your skillet is hot before adding the chicken.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and potatoes separately for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until warmed through. The texture may be slightly different.
- Make ahead: The chicken and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 650
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes FAQs
Yes, the chicken and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Overcooking the chicken is the most common reason for dry chicken. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
Yes, cooked chicken and potatoes can be frozen separately for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, you can cook the chicken and potatoes in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Shredded mozzarella cheese can be substituted for parmesan cheese in this recipe.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
