Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- For the Hot Honey Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (optional)
- For Garnish (optional):
- Fresh chopped parsley
- Sesame seeds or crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken dry. In one dish, mix flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. In a second dish, beat eggs. In a third, place panko.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, and coat with panko. Press to ensure crumbs stick well.
- Place chicken on baking sheet and spray lightly with cooking oil. Bake for 25–30 minutes until crispy and internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Meanwhile, make sauce: in a saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, butter, and optional red pepper flakes. Heat until smooth, then stir in vinegar or lemon juice if desired.
- Remove chicken from oven and drizzle or toss with hot honey sauce while warm.
- Garnish with parsley, sesame seeds, or peanuts. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use thighs for juicier chicken, or breasts pounded to even thickness.
- Adjust heat by modifying hot sauce and omitting red pepper flakes.
- Air fryer option: cook at 375°F for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Great with sides like roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or salad.
- Reheat in oven or air fryer to retain crunch—avoid microwave.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
