Description
Spicy-sweet “Hot Honey Chicken” delivers crispy perfection with golden-brown breading and zesty honey glaze. Succulent chicken pieces promise a flavor explosion that satisfies cravings and makes dinner something special you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Coating and Breading:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
Seasonings and Flavorings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) hot honey
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for baking
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace by positioning the oven rack in the center and heating to 400°F (200°C). Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper and apply a light coating of cooking spray.
- Create three separate shallow containers: the first filled with flour, the second containing whisked eggs, and the third holding panko breadcrumbs combined with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Transform each chicken piece into a crispy delight by first dusting with flour, then thoroughly coating in beaten egg, and finally rolling in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture to create an even, textured exterior.
- Arrange the breaded chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining space between each piece. Delicately drizzle olive oil across the top to enhance crispiness and golden color.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the chicken turns a rich golden brown and reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- During the final cooking stage, whisk together hot honey and melted butter in a small mixing bowl to create a glossy, spicy glaze.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and generously brush with the hot honey-butter mixture, then return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Allow the chicken to rest momentarily, then serve immediately while the coating remains crisp and the interior stays tender and juicy.
Notes
- Opt for chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Shake off excess flour and egg before coating with breadcrumbs to achieve a crispier, more even crust.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check chicken’s internal temperature, preventing overcooking and maintaining juiciness.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour and use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg