Description
Looking for the best hot honey chicken recipe? This one is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. A simple bold dinner idea that’s spicy, sweet, and totally addictive. Great for weeknights, game day, or meal prep. Healthy-ish and beginner-friendly too!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Whisk eggs in one bowl and mix flour and cornstarch in another.
- Dredge chicken in egg, then coat in flour mixture.
- Heat oil to 350°F in a skillet or deep pan.
- Fry chicken in batches 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on a rack.
- In a saucepan melt butter, then add honey, hot sauce, and vinegar. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss crispy chicken in hot honey sauce until fully coated.
- Serve immediately with chopped parsley or sliced chilies if desired.
Notes
- Use boneless thighs for juicier chicken.
- Adjust hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
- Air fryer option: 375°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Keep chicken and sauce separate for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American