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Deliciously Crispy Baked Hot Honey Chicken

Crispy baked chicken drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze, perfect for dinner or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Coating
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in or boneless
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp pepper
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs or panko
Hot Honey Glaze
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp butter
Garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley optional
  • to taste red chili slices optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Dip chicken in beaten egg, then coat with flour mixture and breadcrumbs.
  4. Bake chicken 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
  5. Heat honey, hot sauce, and butter in a small saucepan to combine.
  6. Drizzle glaze over baked chicken and garnish with parsley and chili slices.

Notes

Adjust spice by modifying hot sauce or chili amount; serve immediately for best crispiness.