Description
Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken combines crispy baked chicken with a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, delivering bold flavors and a satisfying crunch without the mess of frying.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups crushed cornflakes cereal
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or vegetable oil (for greasing)
For the Hot Honey Glaze:
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and grease it lightly with cooking spray or oil.
- Set Up the Breading Station
- In a shallow dish, add the flour.
- In a second dish, beat the eggs until smooth.
- In a third dish, combine the crushed cornflakes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Bread the Chicken
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip the chicken into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off.
- Press the chicken into the cornflake mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Place the breaded chicken on the prepared wire rack.
- Bake the Chicken
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
- Prepare the Hot Honey Glaze
- While the chicken bakes, combine honey, hot sauce, melted butter, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Mix well. Adjust the hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
- Glaze the Chicken
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven.
- Brush the hot honey glaze generously over the chicken while it’s still warm.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Let the chicken cool slightly before serving.
- Pair with coleslaw, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Notes
- Crush the cornflakes evenly for consistent texture.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F without overcooking.
- Adjust the glaze’s spice level by varying the amount of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American