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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of crispy, golden-brown chicken breasts coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture and topped with a spicy-sweet hot honey glaze. The chicken is marinated in buttermilk to ensure tenderness and baked in the oven for a healthier alternative to frying. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish delivers satisfying crunch and a delightful kick from the hot sauce and red pepper flakes.

Ingredients

Chicken and Coating

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Cooking spray or oil for baking

Hot Honey Glaze

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot or your favorite)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a bowl with the buttermilk and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator to tenderize and add moisture.
  3. Prepare the breadcrumb mixture: In a shallow dish, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create a flavorful coating.
  4. Coat the chicken: Remove each chicken breast from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off. Dredge the chicken thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it on to ensure a good coating.
  5. Arrange and bake: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray or drizzle the top with oil to help crisp the coating. Bake them for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Make the hot honey glaze: While the chicken bakes, heat honey, hot sauce, butter, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until everything is well combined and warm.
  7. Glaze the chicken: Once the chicken is baked and crispy, drizzle the hot honey glaze over each piece or serve the glaze on the side for dipping.
  8. Serve: Serve the hot honey chicken immediately with your favorite sides for a delicious and spicy meal.

Notes

  • You can adjust the cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes to control the spiciness level.
  • For extra crispiness, flip the chicken halfway through baking and spray the other side with oil.
  • Substitute buttermilk with plain yogurt or milk mixed with a splash of lemon juice if needed.
  • Serve with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables to make a balanced meal.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crunchiness rather than microwaving.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/baked-crunchy-hot-honey-chicken-recipe-2/