Description
Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy cornflake crust and baked to golden perfection. Finished with a sticky, spicy hot honey glaze, this recipe is a delicious fusion of sweet heat and satisfying crunch that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Breading
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups cornflakes cereal, crushed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or vegetable oil (for greasing)
Hot Honey Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 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 lightly grease it with cooking spray or vegetable oil to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the Chicken: Set up a breading station by placing the flour in one shallow dish. Beat the eggs in a second dish. In a third dish, combine the crushed cornflakes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. This will create a flavorful and crunchy coating for the chicken.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast first into the flour, coating it completely. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring even coverage. Finally, press the chicken breasts into the cornflake mixture, making sure the coating adheres well for maximum crunchiness.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared wire rack. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare the Hot Honey Glaze: While the chicken bakes, mix together the honey, hot sauce, melted butter, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. This glaze combines sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors to elevate the dish.
- Apply the Glaze: As soon as the chicken comes out of the oven, generously brush the hot honey glaze over each breast to coat them with sticky sweetness and spice.
- Serve: Allow the chicken to cool slightly before serving. This crunchy hot honey chicken pairs wonderfully with sides like coleslaw or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce in the glaze to control the spice level to your preference.
- Using a wire rack for baking helps keep the chicken crispy by allowing air to circulate around it.
- If you want extra crunch, you can double coat the chicken by repeating the egg and cornflake steps once more before baking.
- Make sure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is safely cooked.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and ensure cornflakes are gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
