Description
Hot Honey-Glazed Fried Chicken is a flavorful dish that combines crispy, golden chicken with a sweet and spicy honey glaze. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, making every bite an unforgettable experience. With its delightful aroma and rich flavors, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup honey (preferably pure)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
- For the Glaze: 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: Combine buttermilk and hot sauce in a bowl. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- 2. Prepare coating station: Set up three bowls—one with seasoned flour (flour, salt, pepper, smoked paprika), one with beaten eggs, and another empty.
- 3. Dredge the chicken: Remove marinated chicken from the bowl, letting excess drip off. Dip each piece first into the flour mixture, then into the eggs, followed by another dip in the flour for extra coating.
- 4. Fry the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about 350°F). Cook chicken pieces for about 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- 5. Make the glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter then add honey and apple cider vinegar. Stir until combined.
- 6. Glaze the chicken: Once fried chicken has cooled slightly, brush or drizzle hot honey glaze over each piece while still warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast (170g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg