Description
Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a crispy, tender, and flavor-packed dish that delivers the perfect balance of sweet heat. This healthier alternative to fried chicken is coated in a golden, crunchy cornflake crust and finished with a fiery hot honey glaze. It’s easy to make, family-friendly, and irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 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)
For the Hot Honey Glaze:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep – Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with a wire rack and lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil.
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Set Up Coating Station – Arrange three shallow dishes:
- One with flour
- One with beaten eggs
- One with crushed cornflakes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper
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Coat the Chicken – Dip each chicken breast into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally press it into the seasoned cornflake mixture, ensuring an even, crunchy coating.
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Bake – Place the coated chicken on the prepared rack and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
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Make the Hot Honey Glaze – While the chicken bakes, whisk together honey, hot sauce, melted butter, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Adjust spice levels to your preference.
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Glaze & Serve – Brush the hot honey glaze over the freshly baked chicken. Let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
- For Extra Crispiness: Use a wire rack to allow air circulation and lightly spray the chicken with oil before baking.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free cornflakes.
- Make Ahead: The hot honey glaze can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Customizations:
- Swap cornflakes for panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for a different texture.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less hot sauce.
- Serve as a sandwich on a toasted brioche bun with pickles for a fun twist!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American