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Baked Honey BBQ Popcorn Chicken

This Baked Honey BBQ Popcorn Chicken is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a sweet and smoky honey BBQ glaze. Made in the oven instead of frying, it’s a lighter twist on classic comfort food and perfect for weeknight dinners or snacks. If you’re looking for easy baked bbq chicken boneless ideas or flavorful baked chicken breast recipes, this dish is simple, delicious, and family-friendly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Honey BBQ Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In one bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a second bowl, beat the eggs.
  4. In a third bowl, add breadcrumbs.
  5. Dip each chicken piece into flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
  6. Place coated chicken pieces on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  8. In a saucepan, mix BBQ sauce, honey, ketchup, and soy sauce; heat gently.
  9. Toss baked chicken in the honey BBQ sauce until coated.
  10. Serve immediately while crispy.

Notes

  • Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
  • Boneless chicken thighs can be used for a juicier option similar to baked bbq chicken thighs.
  • For best texture, toss in sauce just before serving.
  • You can air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 12–15 minutes instead of baking.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.