Description
Spicy Korean Hot Honey Chicken delivers crispy, golden perfection with a sweet-heat kick that dances across your palate. Irresistible flavors blend seamlessly, promising you a mouthwatering culinary adventure that satisfies deep cravings for bold, memorable comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (113.4 grams)
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1 cup (120 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups (56 grams) cornflakes, crushed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking and Glaze Ingredients:
- Olive oil or cooking spray
- ¼ cup (84 grams) honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the baking workspace by positioning a wire rack atop a parchment-lined baking sheet. Generously mist the rack with cooking spray to prevent sticking and enhance crispiness.
- Create three distinct breading stations using shallow dishes. Fill the first with flour, the second with whisked eggs, and the third with a blend of crushed cornflakes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Transform each chicken breast into a crispy masterpiece by first dusting with flour, then fully submerging in egg wash, allowing excess to drip away. Firmly press the chicken into the cornflake mixture, ensuring a comprehensive, textured coating.
- Position the breaded chicken pieces on the prepared rack, maintaining slight separation between each piece. Delicately mist the chicken with additional oil to promote a golden, crunchy exterior.
- Slide the baking sheet into a preheated 425F (220C) oven. Roast for approximately 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the chicken achieves a rich golden-brown color and reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C).
- Simultaneously craft the glaze by whisking together honey, hot sauce, melted butter, and a splash of vinegar in a small mixing bowl. The combination will create a sweet and spicy flavor profile.
- Once chicken emerges from the oven, immediately brush with the prepared hot honey glaze, ensuring each piece is generously coated. Serve immediately alongside preferred accompaniments for a delectable meal.
Notes
- Check chicken thickness to ensure even cooking, pounding breasts to uniform 1/2-inch thickness helps prevent dry edges.
- Crush cornflakes coarsely for maximum crunch, using rolling pin or food processor for consistent texture.
- Use instant-read thermometer for precise doneness, avoiding overcooking which dries out chicken.
- Customize heat level by adjusting hot sauce quantity, letting personal spice preference guide glaze intensity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg