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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken: A Must-Try Recipe!

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a delicious and crispy dish that combines the sweetness of honey with a spicy kick, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup hot honey or regular honey mixed with hot sauce to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and ensure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  3. In a shallow dish, mix the flour and panko breadcrumbs together. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each piece in the flour and panko mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
  4. Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken to help it crisp up while baking.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  6. In the last 5 minutes of baking, drizzle the hot honey over the chicken and return to the oven to caramelize slightly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For extra crunch, try adding crushed cornflakes to the breadcrumb mixture.
  • For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of hot sauce in the honey or use a sweet chili sauce instead.

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