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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

This Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is the ultimate combination of sweet, spicy, and crispy! Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a golden panko crust, oven-baked to perfection, and drizzled with homemade hot honey glaze. Perfect for dinner recipes for 5, crispy chicken meals, or family-friendly weeknight dinners. Enjoy a lighter take on honey panko chicken that’s full of flavor and crunch!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken:
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or tenders)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling
  • For the Hot Honey Glaze:
  • ½ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust for spice
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional for extra heat

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven:
  2. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Prepare the Coating:
  4. In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
  5. Coat the Chicken:
  6. Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture, then into the breadcrumb mix. Press firmly to ensure the coating sticks.
  7. Bake to Crispy Perfection:
  8. Arrange chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.
  9. Make the Hot Honey Glaze:
  10. In a small saucepan, melt butter with honey, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce (if using). Stir well until combined and warm.
  11. Serve and Enjoy:
  12. Drizzle the hot honey glaze over the crispy chicken just before serving, or serve on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Use panko breadcrumbs for maximum crunch.
  • Swap chicken breasts for tenders or thighs for variety.
  • For a spicier hot honey glazed chicken, increase red pepper flakes or add cayenne.
  • Make it in the air fryer: cook at 375°F for 15–18 minutes for extra crispiness.
  • Serve as a sandwich with lettuce and pickles for a fun twist on crispy chicken dinner.