Description

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a mouthwatering combination of crispy, juicy chicken with a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. This healthier baked version of fried chicken delivers all the flavor and crunch without the extra oil. Perfect for dinner, weeknight meals, or as a crowd-pleasing dish, this recipe is easy to make and packs a punch of flavor.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 large egg
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)

For the Hot Honey Glaze:

2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as sriracha or Frank’s RedHot)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, whisk the egg. In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken breast (or thigh) in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg, followed by the panko breadcrumbs. Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
Make the Hot Honey Glaze:
- While the chicken is baking, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in honey, hot sauce, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and a pinch of salt. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Glaze the Chicken:
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven. Drizzle or brush the hot honey glaze over the chicken. Serve with extra glaze on the side if desired.
Serve:
- Serve your Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.

Notes

For extra richness, drizzle garlic butter over the chicken before applying the hot honey glaze.For a fun variation, use chicken wings instead of breasts or thighs. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.Spice it up further with additional hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes.