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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Enjoy a deliciously crispy and sticky Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken that features a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy glaze with a plant-based crunchy coating. This oven-baked dish offers bold flavor, satisfying texture, and wholesome ingredients, making it an ideal meal for family dinners, entertaining guests, or meal prepping with lasting freshness.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts (around 1.5 pounds)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (plant-based)
  • 2 teaspoons natural gelling agent (such as pectin or agar)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Hot Honey Glaze

  • 1/3 cup honey (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons red chili flakes (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken pieces dry using a paper towel to help the coating adhere well. Lightly season both sides with salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to build flavor.
  2. Make the Crunchy Coating: In a shallow dish, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, natural gelling agent, and a pinch of smoked paprika to create the crispy coating mixture.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Brush each chicken piece lightly with olive oil. Then roll the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks evenly on all sides.
  4. Bake to Crispy Perfection: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the coated chicken on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet for even airflow. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and crisp, avoiding flipping to preserve the crust.
  5. Prepare the Hot Honey Glaze: While the chicken bakes, combine honey, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red chili flakes in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat, stirring until smooth and flavors meld.
  6. Glaze and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and brush generously with the hot honey glaze. Serve immediately with optional garnishes and sides.

Notes

  • Dry chicken well to ensure the coating sticks effectively and stays crunchy after baking.
  • Use a wire rack over the baking sheet to promote even circulation and crispiness.
  • Olive oil is essential for achieving a golden, crunchy coating.
  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes in the glaze to customize the heat level.
  • For extra sticky glaze, apply a second layer of the hot honey before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (about 150g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: baked chicken, hot honey chicken, crunchy coating, plant-based breadcrumbs, sweet and spicy chicken, oven-baked chicken

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/baked-crunchy-hot-honey-chicken/