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Spicy Honey Chicken

Spicy Honey Chicken

Crispy baked Spicy Honey Chicken with a sweet and fiery glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Easy recipe with bold flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 250 ml buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 200 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Espelette pepper (optional) Optional for additional heat.
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • a pinch salt salt To taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk and salt, add chicken pieces, cover, and chill for at least 20 minutes or overnight.
  2. Preheat the oven to 450°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, cornstarch, sweet paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and oregano.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade, let excess drip off, and dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet, lightly brush tops with olive oil, and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  6. Bake chicken for 15 minutes, flip and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat and stir in honey, cayenne, Espelette pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  8. Brush warm chicken with spicy honey sauce or serve sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 33gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This recipe is great for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.
Adjust cayenne pepper to achieve your desired spice level, or reduce it for kids.
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