Description

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a delightful fusion of crispy texture and sweet-spicy flavor, making it an ideal dish for any occasion. This recipe features tender chicken coated in a golden cornflake crust and drizzled with a homemade hot honey sauce that adds an irresistible kick. Whether you’re hosting a game day gathering or preparing a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable spice levels, you can tailor the heat to suit your taste. Serve it as an appetizer or main course, and watch it disappear!

Ingredients

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6 cups cornflakes
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1/2 cup honey
2–3 tablespoons hot sauce (to taste)
1–3 teaspoons cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
3/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for sauce)
1/2 teaspoon onion powder (for sauce)
sea salt
fresh thyme, cilantro, or parsley (for garnishing)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, pulse cornflakes, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt until fine crumbs form.
In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in hot sauce. Coat chicken tenderloins in the egg mixture, then dredge in the cornflake mixture.
Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
While baking, prepare the hot honey sauce by combining honey and hot sauce in a saucepan over low heat until warmed through.
Drizzle warm sauce over baked chicken before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 75mg