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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

This Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken combines crispy breading with a sweet and spicy honey glaze for a flavorful twist on a classic dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 370
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup buttermilk for marinating
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for crunch
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine the buttermilk and chicken thighs. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dip each marinated chicken thigh into the flour mixture, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Bake the Chicken
  1. Place the coated chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Prepare the Hot Honey Sauce
  1. In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar over medium heat.
  2. Stir until heated through and well combined, then remove from heat.
Finish the Dish
  1. Once the chicken is done baking, drizzle the hot honey sauce over the crispy thighs.
  2. Let sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set.

Nutrition

Calories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Serve with a side of coleslaw or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Adjust the heat level of the hot sauce based on your preference.

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