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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a delightful fusion of crispy chicken with a spicy honey sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
Coating
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Hot Honey Sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (optional)
  • fresh chopped parsley (optional)
  • sesame seeds or crushed peanuts (for added crunch)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheets
  • saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Pat chicken dry and set up dredging stations: one with flour mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika; another with beaten eggs; and the last with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg wash, then roll in panko until fully coated.
  4. Arrange on the baking sheet with space between pieces and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey and hot sauce; add butter until melted and smooth.
  7. Drizzle the hot honey sauce over baked chicken before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 26gFat: 18g

Notes

This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or special occasions. Customize it with your favorite spicy condiment and enjoy the leftovers the next day!

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