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Hot Honey Chicken

Crispy Hot Honey Chicken That Will Wow Your Family

Elevate your dinner game with this Hot Honey Chicken, featuring a crunchy coating and a sweet-hot glaze that delights everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 2 cups Cornflakes Gluten-free option recommended
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika may be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Garlic powder can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs for vegan option
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Breast Tenderloins Thighs can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used
For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Maple syrup for vegan version
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Essential for balanced taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hot Honey Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, add cornflakes, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of sea salt. Pulse until finely crushed.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and hot sauce. Dip each chicken tenderloin in the mixture, then dredge in the cornflake crumb mixture.
  4. Place the coated chicken on the baking sheet, spaced apart. Drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked to 165°F (75°C).
  6. In a saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Heat until thickened.
  7. After baking, drizzle the hot honey sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra crispiness, consider double dredging the chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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