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Hot Honey Chicken

Hot Honey Chicken
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Hot Honey Chicken is a quick and easy recipe that perfectly balances sweet, spicy, and crispy flavors. Juicy, tender chicken is coated in a sticky honey glaze with a fiery kick, ready in just 30 minutes. This versatile dish is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining friends, combining familiar comfort with exciting flavor.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1–2 tbsp hot sauce or 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch (for gluten-free option)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp butter or oil (for frying)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Pat your chicken dry to promote crispiness, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge evenly in flour or cornstarch to create a thin coating essential for that satisfying crunch.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces and cook each side for about 5-6 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the inside is fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Make the Hot Honey Sauce: In the same pan, lower the heat and add honey and hot sauce (or chili flakes), stirring to combine. Let it simmer gently so the sauce thickens slightly, infusing the oil’s nuttiness and chicken bits for extra flavor.
  4. Coat the Chicken: Return the chicken to the pan, gently tossing or spooning the hot honey sauce over each piece until well coated and glossy, giving it that irresistible sticky sheen.
  5. Serve: Remove from heat and plate immediately to enjoy the full contrast of crispy and saucy textures. Optionally, squeeze lemon juice over the chicken to brighten the flavors.

Notes

  • Dry chicken well to help the flour stick better and improve crispiness during frying.
  • Use medium-high heat for frying; lower heat when making the sauce to prevent burning the honey.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if needed for even browning.
  • Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer for a thicker glaze or adding a splash of water for a thinner sauce.
  • Let chicken rest a couple of minutes before serving to keep juices locked in and sauce set.

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