Description

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly marries the crunch of cornflakes with the sweet and spicy kick of honey and hot sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, game day parties, or any occasion when you crave something crispy and flavorful. With its appealing texture and bold flavors, it’s a hit among both kids and adults, making it a versatile choice for family meals or gatherings. Drizzled with a zesty hot honey sauce, this chicken delivers an unforgettable taste experience in every bite.

Ingredients

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6 cups cornflakes
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins
1/2 cup honey
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
2–3 tablespoons cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
sea salt
fresh thyme, cilantro, or parsley, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, pulse cornflakes, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and sea salt until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a shallow bowl.
In another bowl, beat eggs and mix in hot sauce. Coat chicken tenderloins in the egg mixture.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the cornflake mixture until fully covered. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
For the hot honey sauce, warm honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, chipotle chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and sea salt together in a saucepan over low heat.
Drizzle the warm sauce over the baked chicken before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece (100g)
Calories: 300
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 120mg