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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken Recipe

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken Recipe
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This Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken recipe delivers a perfect balance of crispy texture and sweet heat. Tender chicken strips are marinated in buttermilk, coated in a crunchy cornflake and panko breadcrumb mixture, then baked to golden perfection. Drizzled with a spicy hot honey glaze, this dish is a flavor-packed winner for any meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken tenders or breasts, cut into strips
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the hot honey glaze:

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces, stir to coat, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Coating: In a separate bowl, combine crushed cornflakes, panko, and olive oil until evenly coated.
  4. Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge in the cornflake mixture, pressing to adhere. Arrange on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Make the Hot Honey Glaze: Warm honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes until pourable. Drizzle over chicken before serving or as a dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by varying hot sauce amount.
  • For extra crunch, broil chicken for 1–2 minutes at the end.
  • Reheat leftovers in an air fryer or oven for best results.

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