Description
This Spicy Honey-Glazed Crispy Baked Chicken combines a perfectly crispy, golden coating with a sweet and spicy honey glaze. Baked, not fried, this recipe is a healthier alternative that doesn’t compromise on flavor. It’s an ideal dish for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a flavorful meal that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: 4 pieces
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2, beaten
- Cornflakes Cereal: 2 cups, crushed
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon
- Cooking Spray or Vegetable Oil: For greasing
For the Hot Honey Glaze:
- Honey: ¼ cup
- Hot Sauce: 2 tablespoons (adjust to taste)
- Melted Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a wire rack on a baking sheet.
- Prepare Breading Station: Place flour, beaten eggs, and cornflakes mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in separate shallow dishes.
- Coat Chicken: Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in the cornflake mixture.
- Bake Chicken: Arrange chicken on the wire rack and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and crispy. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Make Glaze: Whisk honey, hot sauce, melted butter, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
- Glaze Chicken: Brush the glaze generously over the baked chicken.
- Serve: Let rest for a few minutes and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to suit your spice level.
- Crush cornflakes finely for a crispier texture.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American