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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken – Sweet Heat with a Crispy Bite

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This oven-baked crunchy hot honey chicken is juicy, crispy, and coated in a sticky-sweet glaze with a fiery kick. A perfect blend of comfort and spice.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 1 tbsp hot sauce

  • 3 cups crushed cornflakes

  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Cooking oil spray

Hot Honey Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup honey

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1–2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)

  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment or a rack.

  • Marinate chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 30 minutes.

  • Combine cornflakes, panko, and seasonings in a shallow bowl.

  • Coat each chicken piece in crumb mixture, pressing to adhere.

  • Arrange on baking sheet and spray lightly with oil.

  • Bake for 22–26 minutes, flipping halfway through.

  • Meanwhile, make glaze: melt butter, stir in honey and hot sauce, simmer briefly.

  • Brush hot glaze over chicken just before serving.

Notes

  • For air fryer: cook at 390°F for 14–18 minutes.

  • Gluten-free: use GF cornflakes and panko.

  • Vegan: use tofu and maple syrup.

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