Description
Discover the perfect Hot Honey Chicken recipe! Learn how to create this irresistible sweet and spicy dish with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs or drumsticks
- ½ cup honey
- 2 teaspoons chili flakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken pieces.
- Mix buttermilk, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl. Submerge the chicken in the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Combine flour, paprika, and garlic powder in a separate bowl.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge in the flour mixture, coating evenly.
- Heat 1–2 inches of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken for 8–10 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. (For baked or air-fried versions, follow corresponding time adjustments.)
- In a small saucepan, heat honey and chili flakes over low-medium heat. Stir until combined and slightly simmering. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Drizzle the hot honey glaze over the cooked chicken.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
Pros
. Bold, balanced flavors of sweet and spicy
. Versatile and adaptable to various cooking methods (frying, baking, air-frying)
. Easily customizable for different spice levels
. Crowd-pleasing dish for family dinners or parties
Cons
. Deep-frying adds extra calories and fat
. Requires marination time for best results
. May not suit those sensitive to spicy foods
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT30M
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Sweet and spicy chicken, hot honey glaze, dinner recipes, easy chicken recipes, Southern cooking
