Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken — tender, juicy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce, served with creamy, comforting potatoes. After making this for my family dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect crispy skin is to pat the chicken dry and sear it in a hot pan. The cozy, hearty combination of the crispy chicken and creamy potatoes will make your family beg for seconds. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips, including how to prevent the chicken from drying out. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Mango Curd Tart Recipe and Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Why This Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy, juicy chicken with a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce
- Creamy, comforting garlic parmesan potatoes
- Easy, one-pan cooking method
- Better than takeout — saves money and time!
- Family-friendly — kids love it!
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 breasts
- Honey
- BBQ sauce
- Garlic
- Parmesan cheese
- Potatoes
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dried thyme
- Dried oregano
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: Crumbled bacon
- Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Pounding the chicken to an even thickness ensures even cooking.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Instant-read meat thermometer — Ensures perfectly cooked, juicy chicken every time. → See on Amazon
- High-quality non-stick skillet — Prevents the chicken from sticking and ensures even cooking. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
- Prepare the chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the honey BBQ sauce: In a small bowl, mix together honey, BBQ sauce, and minced garlic. Brush the sauce over the chicken and return it to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and caramelized.
- Cook the potatoes: While the chicken is cooking, cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Boil in salted water for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to the pot. Add butter, milk, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the crispy honey BBQ chicken with creamy garlic parmesan potatoes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
- Common mistake and fix: The #1 reason this recipe fails is overcooking the chicken, which leads to dry meat. To prevent this, use an instant-read meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet as soon as it reaches this temperature, as it will continue to cook from residual heat.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy skin, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake the chicken for an additional 10-15 minutes after searing.
- Pro tip: To make the potatoes extra creamy, use warm milk and butter. This helps to melt the cheese and create a smooth, velvety texture.
- Pro tip: For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the honey BBQ sauce.
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 refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The chicken can be seasoned and pounded up to 1 day ahead of time. The potatoes can be boiled and mashed up to 1 day ahead of time. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Freezing Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Freeze cooked chicken and potatoes separately in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. The texture may be slightly different from the original recipe.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For an easy, one-pan meal, cook the potatoes in the same skillet after removing the chicken. Simply add a little more oil and cook the potatoes until golden brown and crispy.
- Best substitution: For a lower-carb version, substitute cauliflower rice for the potatoes.
- Make-ahead: The chicken and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionally and cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken is sticking to the skillet, it may not be hot enough. Increase the heat and allow the skillet to heat up for a few more minutes before adding the chicken.
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Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Honey
- BBQ sauce
- Garlic
- Parmesan cheese
- Potatoes
Seasonings
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dried thyme
- Dried oregano
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Crumbled bacon
- Shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the honey BBQ sauce: In a small bowl, mix together honey, BBQ sauce, and minced garlic. Brush the sauce over the chicken and return it to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and caramelized.
- Cook the potatoes: While the chicken is cooking, cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Boil in salted water for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to the pot. Add butter, milk, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the crispy honey BBQ chicken with creamy garlic parmesan potatoes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For an easy, one-pan meal, cook the potatoes in the same skillet after removing the chicken. Simply add a little more oil and cook the potatoes until golden brown and crispy.
- Best substitution: For a lower-carb version, substitute cauliflower rice for the potatoes.
- Make-ahead: The chicken and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionally and cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken is sticking to the skillet, it may not be hot enough. Increase the heat and allow the skillet to heat up for a few more minutes before adding the chicken.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and potatoes separately in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. The texture may be slightly different from the original recipe.
- Make ahead: The chicken can be seasoned and pounded up to 1 day ahead of time. The potatoes can be boiled and mashed up to 1 day ahead of time. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 620
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- 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
The #1 reason this recipe fails is overcooking the chicken, which leads to dry meat. To prevent this, use an instant-read meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet as soon as it reaches this temperature, as it will continue to cook from residual heat.
Yes, the chicken and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave before serving. The chicken can be seasoned and pounded up to 1 day ahead of time. The potatoes can be boiled and mashed up to 1 day ahead of time.
For a lower-carb version, substitute cauliflower rice for the potatoes.
Yes, cooked chicken and potatoes can be frozen separately in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
The sauce may not be thickening because the heat is too low. Increase the heat to medium-high and allow the sauce to simmer for a few more minutes. If the sauce is still not thickening, try adding a slurry of cornstarch and water to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
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!
