In need of a great dinner idea? We've got you covered! This honey chicken recipe will quickly become a favorite in your family. Let's get into it.
Honey Chicken Recipe
With the sweetness of honey and the spice of chili sauce, this honey chicken is the perfect blend of flavors.
Easy enough to make for any night of this week, it's sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless split chicken breasts
1/3 cup chili sauce
3 Tablespoons honey
2 Tablespoons lemon juice
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Directions:
1. Preheat grill or broiler.
2. In small bowl, whisk together chili sauce, honey, lemon juice, oil and thyme until blended.
3. Grill or broil chicken, turning occasionally and basting with chili mixture, 20 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center registers 170 degrees F. If grilling, do not baste during the last 5 minutes of grilling.
How Long Will Cooked Chicken Last in the Fridge?
The question of how long chicken will last in the fridge has plagued every household at some point. We're here to give you a clear, definitive answer! The USDA recommends using cooked chicken within 3-4 days. In order for the cooked chicken to last this long, it needs to be kept at 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Of course, make sure to check any leftovers before re-heating. Mold growth is the most obvious sign of chicken that's gone bad. Any off-color or smell is also going to be an indicator. Your chicken should not have a sour odor to it.
If your chicken passes all of these tests, but you're still unsure as to whether or not it's safe, give it a quick taste. Since the chicken has been previously cooked, it's safe to eat. If it tastes off, chances are it has spoiled. If everything seems okay, that's your sign to go ahead and re-heat that chicken.
We recommend only re-heating leftovers once. Only reheat what you know you can eat.