Description
Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a crispy, oven-baked dish with a sweet and spicy glaze, perfect for a flavorful and healthier alternative to fried chicken.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1–2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- In another bowl, combine crushed cornflakes, breadcrumbs, and olive oil.
- Remove chicken from marinade and coat thoroughly in the cornflake mixture.
- Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over low heat until warmed and well mixed.
- Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the baked chicken before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the level of hot sauce to suit your spice preference.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- For extra crunch, double coat the chicken in the cornflake mixture.
- Can be served with coleslaw or over a salad for a lighter meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg