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Sriracha Honey Glazed Chicken Leg Quarters

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Sriracha Honey Glazed Leg Quarters is a delicious way to prepare chicken. Leg quarters are inexpensive and can be purchased for so little money.

Sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters on a platter and glaze in a small bowl.Sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters on a platter and glaze in a small bowl.

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Baked leg quarters with a sweet and spicy glaze

Are you ever looking for a new way to prepare chicken? I love using chicken leg quarters. They are inexpensive, flavorful, and they are easy to prepare. You can often purchase large bag of these at the grocery store. Leg quarters often go on sale. I love to prepare leg quarters as a way to help me stretch my grocery budget.

Chicken leg quarters are so versatile. You can cook them in so many ways. I have used them in preparing homemade chicken and dumplings, in chicken salad, and in so many other countless ways.

Have you tried Sriracha sauce? Some people call this Rooster sauce. No matter what you call this sauce, it is a wonderfully spicy sauce you will fall in love with. If you pour this over chicken, it will be too spicy, so combining it with honey, a touch of lime juice, and garlic, you will have an incredible sauce.

Why you’ll love this recipe

Sriracha honey glazed chicken is an easy meal to prepare. You will make this fantastic spicy sauce, and then you will divide the sauce, some to coat the chicken with and some to dip your chicken in if you want a little more spice.

You will fall in love with this easy-to-prepare chicken. It is perfect for the weeknight. I know you will love these Sriracha Honey Glazed Leg Quarters.

Ingredients you will need for this honey sriracha chicken recipe

This recipe could easily be made with chicken thighs or bone-in chicken breast. Using leg quarters is often less expensive than other cuts of chicken.

  • Chicken leg quarters
  • Salt
  • Siracha sauce
  • Honey
  • Lime juice
  • Minced Garlic
Sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters ingredients on a tray.Sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters ingredients on a tray.

How to make Honey Sriracha glazed chicken

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Season the chicken pieces with salt. Place the chicken skin-side down in an ungreased skillet over medium-high heat. The natural fat from the chicken will render as it cooks. Brown the chicken skin until golden, then flip and brown the other side. Make the sauce:

  • In a small bowl, combine Sriracha sauce, honey, lime juice, and garlic
  • Whisk until well mixed
  • Set aside 2 tablespoons for serving

Transfer the remaining sauce to a large bowl. Prepare for baking:

  • Place a wire rack on a baking sheet
  • Dip each chicken piece in the sauce bowl to coat
  • Place coated pieces on the wire rack

Bake for approximately 45 minutes. Check for doneness by piercing with a sharp knife or by using an instant-read thermometer – the juices should run clear, and the chicken temperature should be 165 °F. Serve the chicken with the honey sriacha sauce reserved sauce.

Making sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters.Making sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters.

What to serve with Sriracha glazed leg quarters

We think this pairs well with many different side dishes. We love to pair this with a fresh salad and some of our homemade Brown Derby French Dressing. We also like to serve this with some crusty bread and garlic butter.

Honey sriracha glazed chicken leg quarters on a platter and the glaze in a small glass bowl.Honey sriracha glazed chicken leg quarters on a platter and the glaze in a small glass bowl.

How to store the leftovers

This chicken is so good you will want to save what’s left over.

Refrigeration:

  1. Allow chicken to cool completely before storing (within 2 hours of cooking)
  2. Store in an airtight container or wrap tightly in foil/plastic wrap
  3. Keep in refrigerator for up to 3-4 days
  4. Store any remaining sauce separately in a sealed container
  5. When reheating, heat until internal temperature reaches 165°F

Freezing:

  1. Cool chicken completely
  2. Options for freezing:
    • Wrap individual pieces in plastic wrap, then foil
    • Place in a freezer-safe container
    • Use freezer bags (remove as much air as possible)
  3. Label with date and contents
  4. Can be frozen for up to 4 months

What is the best way to reheat leftover chicken

Thawing & Reheating Tips:

  1. Thaw in refrigerator overnight (safest method)
  2. Once thawed, use within 1-2 days
  3. Best reheating methods:
    • Oven: 350°F covered with foil until heated through
    • Microwave: Use medium power and cover to retain moisture
  4. Always check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F when reheating
Sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters on an oval platter.Sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters on an oval platter.

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Sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters on a platter and glaze in a small bowl.Sriracha honey glazed chicken leg quarters on a platter and glaze in a small bowl.

Sriracha Honey Glazed Chicken Leg Quarters

Delicious baked chicken leg quarters with a sweet and spicy glaze made with sriracha and honey.