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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken Recipe
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If you’re craving a delightful dish that perfectly balances crispy chicken with a sweet and spicy kick, this Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken Recipe is your answer! This healthier take on traditional fried chicken is not only easy to prepare, but it also packs a flavor punch that will please the entire family. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish combines juicy chicken with a tangy hot honey sauce that brings excitement to every bite. You’ll love how the panko breadcrumbs create an irresistible crunch without the mess of frying. Trust me, once you try this recipe, it’ll become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the chicken dry and set up three shallow dishes: combine flour with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika; beat the eggs in another; place panko breadcrumbs in the last.
  3. Coat each piece of chicken first in the flour mixture, then in the egg wash, and finally in panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Arrange on the baking sheet and lightly spray with cooking oil.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  6. Meanwhile, create the hot honey sauce by melting butter in a saucepan and stirring together honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar.
  7. Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the baked chicken and garnish as desired.

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