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Hot Honey Chicken

Irresistible Hot Honey Chicken: Sweet, Spicy, and Crunchy!

Indulge in Hot Honey Chicken, a sweet and spicy dish with a crispy coating that delights the senses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 2 cups Cornflakes gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese can be substituted with nutritional yeast for vegan version
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika regular paprika may also be used
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder garlic powder can replace it if desired
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 large Eggs consider using flax eggs for vegan alternative
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken (breast tenderloins) or cauliflower for a vegetarian option
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil avocado oil is a suitable substitute
For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey maple syrup can be used for vegan options
  • 1 tbsp Hot Sauce adjust to taste for heat level
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper sprinkle according to spice preference
  • 1 tsp Chipotle Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Thyme, Cilantro, Parsley) use any available herb

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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  2. In a food processor, combine cornflakes, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and sea salt. Pulse until finely crushed and well blended. Transfer to a wide plate.
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  3. In one mixing bowl, beat together eggs and hot sauce until smooth. Coat chicken tenderloins in the egg mixture and then dredge in the cornflake mixture. Place on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
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  4. Bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
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  5. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Warm until well combined and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
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  6. Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the baked chicken pieces and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra crunch, consider double dipping the chicken in the egg and cornflake mixture. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness and adjust spiciness to taste. Keep leftovers refrigerated or freeze for later use.

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