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Hot Honey Chicken

  • Author: acheyakh-mohamed
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Hot Honey Chicken features crispy golden-brown chicken tenderloins coated with a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, making it a delightful dish perfect for gatherings or as a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups cornflakes, crushed
  • 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 (for chicken coating)
  • 2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins
  • Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2–3 tablespoons hot sauce (for sauce)
  • 1–3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for sauce)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (for sauce)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken & Coating: Trim and pat dry the chicken tenderloins. In a shallow dish, combine crushed cornflakes, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. In another shallow dish, whisk eggs with hot sauce.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Dip each tenderloin in the egg mixture, then press into the cornflake mixture to coat thoroughly. Place coated chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet or directly in the air fryer basket.
  3. Prepare Hot Honey Sauce: In a saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until combined and simmering for 3-5 minutes. Keep warm.
  4. Cook the Chicken: For oven baking, preheat to 400°F (200°C), drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 18-25 minutes until golden brown. For air frying, preheat to 375°F (190°C), drizzle with olive oil, and air fry for 12-18 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Toss & Serve: Transfer cooked chicken to a mixing bowl, pour sauce over it, and toss to coat thoroughly. Garnish with sesame seeds or chives/scallions if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, substitute cornflakes with gluten-free breadcrumbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking or Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 39g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: chicken, hot honey, spicy, crispy, appetizer

Find it online: https://www.smilefood.net/hot-honey-chicken/