November 20, 2023

Sweet and Spicy Chicken

Who doesn’t love Sweet and Spicy Chicken? Sweet and Spicy Chicken are super easy and comforting to make! The sweet and spicy marinade makes these Sweet and Spicy Chicken mouthwatering and irresistible. Serve with savoury rice and vegetables.

This Sweet and Spicy Marinade is seriously one of the best and my favourite recipes to make for myself and my household as it’s super easy to make, requires 0 effort and makes very little mess making it our perfect comforting weeknight dish during the busiest times of the week!

Ingredients Needed

1.1kg chicken legs (£3.30)

Sweet and Spicy Marinade

3-4 tbsp melted butter (£0.45)
3-4 tbsp oil/ghee
2 tbsp honey (£0.37)
1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar (0.14)
a tsp garlic powder (£0.03)
a tsp all-purpose (£0.01)
1 tsp paprika (£0.03)
1 tsp crushed red flakes (£0.03)

total

= £4.36

How to store Sweet and Spicy Chicken

This Sweet and Spicy Chicken can last in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, so storing it in an airtight container is important. I like to take a further step and wrap the chicken in foil.

How to make Sweet and Spicy Chicken

Pre-heat the oven to 200°C
In a jug/medium-sized bowl. Add 3-4 tbsp melted butter, 1-2 tbsp oil/ghee, 2 tbsp honey, 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp all-purpose, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp crushed red flakes. Stir well.
Place the chicken onto a lined baking tray. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Pour over the marinade and using a brush or your hands ensure the chicken is fully coated.
Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes or until fully cooked.
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve!

Do I have to use this recipe with chicken drums only?

No! I love using this recipe with a whole chicken and chicken thighs when more family and friends gather. If you’re planning on making more than 1kg of chicken I recommend that you use double the amount of the marinade!

What to serve with sweet and spicy chicken?

This Sweet and Spicy Chicken tastes amazing with my one-pot vegetable rice or served with steamed veggies.

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Sweet and Spicy Chicken

Who doesn't love Sweet and Spicy Chicken? Sweet and Spicy Chicken are super easy and comforting to make! The sweet and spicy marinade makes these Sweet and Spicy Chicken mouthwatering and irresistible. Serve with savoury rice and vegetables.

Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack

Keyword 30 minute meals, baked chicken recipes, budget friendly recipes, Cheat Meals, chicken recipes, easy chicken recipes, family budget recipes, meals on a budget, meals under £10, quick recipes

Prep Time 5

Servings 4

Author Laura-Ellen

Ingredients

1.1kg chicken legs (£3.30)

Sweet and Spicy Marinade

3-4 tbsp melted butter (£0.45)
3-4 tbsp oil/ghee
2 tbsp honey (£0.37)
1½ tbsp brown sugar (0.14)
1 tsp garlic powder (£0.03)
1 tsp all-purpose (£0.01)
1 tsp paprika (£0.03)
1 tsp crushed red flakes (£0.03)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200°C in a jug/medium-sized bowl.
Add 3-4 tbsp melted butter, 1-2 tbsp oil/ghee, 2 tbsp honey, 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp all-purpose, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp crushed red flakes. Stir well.
Place the chicken onto a lined baking tray. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Pour over the marinade and using a brush or your hands ensure the chicken is fully coated. Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes or until fully cooked.
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve!