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Honey Lemon Chicken

Source: Montana State University Extension Service Nutrition Education Program

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Honey adds sweetness to this tangy chicken dish. Enjoy with a side of steamed vegetables and brown rice.

Makes
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound chicken (cut into 8 pieces)
  • 1/2 cup flour (all purpose)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup honey*
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary (fresh or dried)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 °F. Line a baking pan with foil for easy clean up. Lightly oil the foil.
  3. Combine flour and salt in a plastic bag. Shake chicken pieces in flour mixture, remove from bag and place on prepared pan.
  4. Bake for 45 minutes.
  5. Combine honey, lemon, and rosemary. Spoon mixture over chicken to glaze chicken pieces. Bake another 15 minutes.

Notes

*Children under the age of one should not consume honey. Learn more about: Lemons Herbs

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