Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes is the ultimate comfort meal. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to crispy chicken and perfectly creamy potatoes. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Delicious Strawberry Crunch Cookies and High Protein Pancake Muffins.
Why This Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken skin with tender, juicy meat
- Sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce
- Creamy, comforting garlic parmesan potatoes
- Easy to make and better than takeout
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.
- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Potatoes
- Honey
- BBQ sauce
- Garlic
- Parmesan cheese
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Dried thyme
- Dried oregano
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Green onions
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken thighs: You can also use chicken breasts, but thighs stay juicier.
- BBQ sauce: Use your favorite store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Instant-read meat thermometer — Ensures perfectly cooked, juicy chicken every time. → See on Amazon
- Cast iron skillet — Gives the best sear and crispy skin on the chicken. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Step 2: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, skin-side down. Cook until skin is crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together honey and BBQ sauce. Brush the mixture over the chicken thighs. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Step 4: While the chicken is baking, prepare the potatoes. Cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes. In a large pot, combine potatoes, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Drain potatoes, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Mash potatoes with garlic, heavy cream, and reserved cooking liquid. Stir in parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Step 5: Serve Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
- Common mistake and fix: Overcooking the chicken can make it dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it's cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Pro tip: For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels before seasoning and cooking.
- Pro tip: To make the potatoes extra creamy, use a potato ricer or mash them with a fork for a chunkier texture.
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: You can prepare the chicken and potatoes separately up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge and bake/cook as directed when ready to serve.
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 (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. The texture may change slightly.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken skin isn't crispy, broil it for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
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Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Potatoes
- Honey
- BBQ sauce
- Garlic
- Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Dried thyme
- Dried oregano
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Step 2: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, skin-side down. Cook until skin is crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together honey and BBQ sauce. Brush the mixture over the chicken thighs. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Step 4: While the chicken is baking, prepare the potatoes. Cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes. In a large pot, combine potatoes, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Drain potatoes, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Mash potatoes with garlic, heavy cream, and reserved cooking liquid. Stir in parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Step 5: Serve Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken skin isn't crispy, broil it for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
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 (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. The texture may change slightly.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the chicken and potatoes separately up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge and bake/cook as directed when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 650
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 110mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
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, you can prepare the chicken and potatoes separately up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge and bake/cook as directed when ready to serve.
Overcooking the chicken can make it dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it's cooked to 165°F (74°C).
Yes, you can cook the chicken in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
You can use your favorite store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce. For a quick substitute, mix together ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
Yes, this homemade Honey BBQ Chicken is crispier, juicier, and more flavorful than takeout. Plus, it's made with love!
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!
