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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

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Baked crunchy hot honey chicken features a crispy cornflake-Parmesan coating and a sweet-spicy hot honey drizzle. It’s a delicious, oven-baked alternative to fried chicken with bold flavor and perfect crunch.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 ½ pounds chicken breast tenderloins
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • For the Hot Honey:
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1–2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Fresh thyme, cilantro, or parsley for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, crush cornflakes with paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Transfer to a shallow bowl and mix in Parmesan cheese.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and hot sauce.
  4. Dip each chicken tenderloin into the egg mixture, then coat with the cornflake mixture. For extra crunch, repeat for a second layer.
  5. Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. While the chicken bakes, combine honey, hot sauce, cayenne, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat for 2–3 minutes.
  8. Drizzle hot honey over the baked chicken and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Air fry at 400°F for 12–14 minutes as an alternative method.
  • Use gluten-free cornflakes to make the dish gluten-free.
  • Omit Parmesan or use dairy-free cheese for a dairy-free version.
  • Add maple syrup to the hot honey for a sweeter flavor.
  • Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness—avoid microwaving.

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