Description
Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a delightful blend of crispy, crunchy chicken coated in a sweet and spicy honey glaze. This dish offers the perfect balance of flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Baked to perfection, it’s a healthier alternative to fried chicken without sacrificing any of the crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: sesame seeds, chopped green onions, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Dip it in the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the Honey Glaze: While the chicken is baking, whisk together the honey, hot sauce, and soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Glaze the Chicken: Once the chicken is done baking, brush the honey glaze over each chicken breast. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Top with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the Spice Level: Taste the honey glaze as you make it and adjust the hot sauce to suit your taste. You can always add more if you like it spicier.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Make sure the chicken breasts are not touching on the baking sheet to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Rest the Chicken: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
Keywords: Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken