Oven Fried Hot Honey Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
Crispy oven fried chicken coated in corn flakes and finished with a spicy-sweet hot honey butter sauce.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Chicken and Marinade
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900 g boneless chicken breasts or thighs, skin off
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240 ml buttermilk
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
→ Breading
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75 g whole wheat flour
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3 cups finely crushed corn flakes
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
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Extra virgin olive oil, for brushing
→ Hot Honey
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85 g unsalted butter
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30 ml honey
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2 to 3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
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0.5 teaspoon chili powder
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0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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Kosher salt, to taste
# How to Prepare:
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Place chicken pieces in a large zip-top bag. Add buttermilk and salt, tossing well to coat. Seal and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or overnight for optimal tenderness.
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Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, combine crushed corn flakes, whole wheat flour, chopped thyme, and a pinch of salt. Stir to mix evenly.
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Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drain. Dredge each piece in the breading mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres. Arrange the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet, spacing pieces apart. Repeat until all pieces are coated.
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Lightly brush chicken with extra virgin olive oil. Bake in preheated oven for 15–20 minutes. Flip each piece, then continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until cooked through. For thighs, extend cooking time as needed to reach full doneness.
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While chicken bakes, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in honey, cayenne pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Heat until smooth and fragrant, then remove from heat.
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Generously brush or drizzle the warm hot honey sauce over baked chicken. Serve immediately for best texture.
# Extra Tips:
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Letting the chicken marinate overnight increases juiciness and flavor penetration.
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Avoid crowding the baking tray to promote even browning and crispiness.