Description

This Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken offers the perfect balance of crispy texture and a sweet, spicy kick. The tender chicken is coated in a crunchy breadcrumb layer and baked to perfection, then drizzled with a homemade hot honey sauce. It’s an irresistible combination of savory and sweet that’s sure to satisfy your cravings for comfort food.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)

½ cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

½ cup honey

2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust based on spice preference)

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Set up a breading station: In one shallow bowl, combine the flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk the eggs. In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
Coat each chicken breast first in the seasoned flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs into the chicken to ensure an even, thick coating.
Place the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the chicken.
Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the hot honey sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until combined and bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Once the chicken is baked, remove from the oven and drizzle the hot honey sauce over the chicken.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Spicier version: Add extra hot sauce or even some cayenne pepper to the hot honey sauce for more heat.
Gluten-free: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour for a gluten-free option.
Add herbs: For extra flavor, mix in some chopped fresh parsley or cilantro into the breadcrumbs before coating the chicken.
Baked chicken thighs: If you prefer thighs, substitute the chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 350
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 90mg