Description
This Crispy Hot Honey Chicken recipe features juicy chicken tenders coated in a crunchy cornflake crust, baked to golden perfection, and drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal that balances heat with sweet and savory elements.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 lbs. Chicken Tenders or Chicken Breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
Coating
- 1/2 cup Flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 5 cups Cornflakes, crushed
Other
- Olive Oil (for drizzling or brushing)
- Hot Honey (for drizzling after baking)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the chicken to a crispy golden finish.
- Prepare the Chicken Tenders: Pat the chicken tenders dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps the coating stick better and results in a crispier crust.
- Set up Dredging Stations: Prepare three shallow bowls: one with the seasoned flour mixture (flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper if using), another with beaten eggs, and the third with crushed cornflakes for the crunchy coating.
- Coat the Chicken: Dredge each chicken tender first in the flour mixture, ensuring full coverage. Then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly with the crushed cornflakes. Press the cornflakes gently to adhere well.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the coated tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased rack. Drizzle or lightly brush with olive oil to help with crisping. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Drizzle with Hot Honey: After baking, generously drizzle the crispy chicken tenders with hot honey to add a perfect balance of sweet heat.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately, optionally paired with ranch dressing or honey mustard for dipping to complement the flavors.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use crushed cornflakes rather than finely ground.
- Cayenne pepper is optional; adjust to your heat preference.
- Make sure to flip the tenders halfway through baking for even crispiness.
- Use gluten-free flour and cornflakes for a gluten-free version.
- Hot honey can be purchased or made by infusing honey with chili flakes or hot sauce.
