Sweet and Spicy Baked Chicken
Sweet and Spicy Baked Chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that brings bold, tangy, and sweet notes to your table. This Zesty Chicken Delight is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or family gatherings, offering juicy, pull-apart chicken with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup 120ml water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- I preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) to ensure a hot start for tender chicken.
Prepare Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, I combine 3 tbsp ketchup, 2 tbsp vinegar, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, ½ cup water, 2 tbsp melted butter, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp dry mustard, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp chili powder. I simmer over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring well, then set aside for this Sweet and Spicy Baked Chicken recipe.
Assemble Dish
- I arrange 4 chicken breasts in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. I pour the sauce over the chicken, using tongs to coat each piece thoroughly.
Bake Chicken
- I cover the dish tightly with foil and bake at 450°F for 10 minutes. I reduce the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, keeping the foil on to retain moisture.
Shred and Serve
- I remove the chicken from the oven, shred it with two forks in the dish, and toss it in the sauce to absorb the flavors. I serve hot over rice or buckwheat.