Description
This Hot Honey Chicken recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a flavorful, crispy chicken dish with a sweet and spicy kick. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun appetizer.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Hot Honey Sauce:
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a bowl, cover with buttermilk, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Dredge Chicken: In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove chicken from buttermilk, shaking off excess, and dredge in the flour mixture.
- Air Fry Chicken: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Spray with cooking spray. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Hot Honey Sauce: While the chicken is cooking, combine hot sauce, honey, butter, chili powder, and garlic powder in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Glaze and Finish: Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the cooked chicken in the air fryer basket. Spread evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and caramelized.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Marinating: Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for optimal flavor.
- Hot Sauce: Choose your preferred hot sauce based on your spice preference.
- Air Fryer: Cook chicken in batches if needed, depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Sauce: Simmer the sauce longer for a thicker consistency.
- Serving: Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or a salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
