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Baked Hot Honey Chicken Recipe

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Baked Hot Honey Chicken features crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs coated in a flavorful mix of crushed cornflakes, parmesan, and spices, baked to perfection and drizzled with a spicy-sweet hot honey sauce. This easy oven-baked recipe delivers a delightful balance of crunchy texture and bold, zesty flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce
  • 4 cups cornflakes
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Hot Honey Sauce

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce (or more to taste)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • 3/4 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the Crumb Coating: In a food processor bowl, combine the cornflakes, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika (or smoked paprika), Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt. Pulse until you achieve a fine, crumbly texture. Transfer this crumb mixture into a shallow bowl for coating the chicken.
  3. Coat the Chicken: In a separate bowl, beat the two eggs together with 2 tablespoons of hot sauce until well combined. Toss the chicken thighs in this egg mixture to fully coat them.
  4. Dredge the Chicken: Take each piece of coated chicken and dredge it through the crumb mixture, pressing gently so the crumbs adhere well on all sides.
  5. Arrange and Drizzle: Place the crumb-coated chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the chicken pieces evenly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to help develop a crispy, golden-brown crust during baking.
  6. Bake the Chicken: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the thighs are cooked through and crispy on the outside.
  7. Prepare Hot Honey Sauce: While the chicken bakes, mix together the honey, hot sauce, garlic powder, chili flakes (if using), chili powder (if using), and salt in a large bowl. Whisk until all ingredients are fully combined.
  8. Drizzle and Serve: Just before the chicken finishes baking, drizzle the hot honey sauce generously over the crispy chicken thighs. Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful contrast of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors.

Notes

  • Using skinless chicken thighs helps keep the dish moist while allowing the crumb coating to get extra crispy.
  • Adjust the hot sauce quantity in both the coating and the sauce to make it milder or spicier according to your preference.
  • For an extra kick, sprinkle additional chili flakes on top before serving.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
  • Substitute gluten-free cornflakes if you need this recipe to be gluten-free.

Keywords: baked hot honey chicken, crispy chicken thighs, hot honey sauce, easy baked chicken, spicy sweet chicken, oven baked chicken, cornflake crust chicken

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