Description
Spicy “Hot Honey Chicken” delivers a crispy sensation that blends sweet and fiery flavors in perfect harmony. Home cooks will savor this irresistible dish that combines golden-brown crunch with zesty honey glaze, promising a delightful culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking and Glaze Ingredients:
- Olive oil or cooking spray
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 425F (220C). Position a wire rack atop a parchment-lined baking sheet, lightly coating with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create three separate breading stations: first with flour, second with whisked eggs, and third with a mixture of crushed cornflakes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Transform each chicken breast into a crispy delight by thoroughly coating in flour, followed by a generous egg dip, then pressing firmly into the cornflake seasoning mixture to ensure complete coverage.
- Carefully position the breaded chicken pieces on the prepared rack, misting lightly with oil to enhance crispiness. Slide into the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes until the exterior turns a golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165F.
- Simultaneously craft a vibrant glaze by combining honey, hot sauce, melted butter, and a splash of vinegar in a small mixing bowl, whisking until the ingredients meld into a harmonious blend.
- Once the chicken achieves perfect crispness, remove from the oven and generously brush with the prepared hot honey glaze, ensuring each piece receives an even coating of sweet and spicy goodness.
- Present the glazed chicken immediately, accompanied by your preferred side dishes, allowing the crisp exterior and succulent interior to tantalize the taste buds.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are even thickness by gently pounding them before breading to promote uniform cooking and crispy texture.
- Use gluten-free cornflakes or crushed gluten-free crackers for a celiac-friendly version, replacing standard flour with almond or rice flour.
- Allow breaded chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before baking to help breading adhere better and create a crunchier exterior.
- Adjust hot sauce quantity based on personal spice tolerance, starting with less and gradually increasing for a personalized heat level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg