Drizzle the chicken with olive oil.
Combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken.
For even better flavor, let the seasoned chicken rest for 20–30 minutes.
3. Make the Glaze
In a bowl, whisk together:
Honey
Soy sauce
Ketchup
Minced garlic
Apple cider vinegar
Brown sugar
Dijon mustard
Smoked paprika
Red pepper flakes
Mix until smooth.
4. Coat the Chicken
Pour about two-thirds of the glaze over the chicken breasts, turning them gently so they’re well coated.
Reserve the remaining glaze for later.
5. Bake
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
Bake for approximately 25–30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken.
Halfway through cooking, spoon some of the sauce from the bottom of the dish over the chicken.
6. Add More Glaze
During the final 5–10 minutes, brush the chicken generously with the reserved glaze.
Return it to the oven and continue baking until the surface becomes deeply caramelized and glossy.
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.