Description
Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a delightful dish that combines crispy textures with a sweet and spicy kick, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- Chicken Thighs: 1.5 lbs (approximately 6-8 thighs, skinless and boneless)
- Panko Breadcrumbs: 1 cup
- Hot Honey: 1/2 cup (adjust to taste)
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs and coat well.
- Press each seasoned chicken thigh into the panko breadcrumbs to coat thoroughly.
- Place the coated chicken on a prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Drizzle hot honey over the chicken and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Choose skinless, boneless chicken thighs for juiciness.
- Pat the chicken dry for better breadcrumb adherence.
- Season generously for maximum flavor.
- Use fresh panko for the best crunch.
- Monitor cooking time to avoid overcooking.
- Let the chicken rest before serving for juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Baked Chicken, Hot Honey Chicken, Crunchy Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe