Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Oil for frying
For the Hot Honey Glaze:
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Add the chicken and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
Step 2: Prepare the Coating
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and a pinch of paprika.
Step 3: Coat and Fry
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Coat in the flour mixture, pressing firmly for a crispy texture.
- Fry the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel.
Step 4: Make the Hot Honey Glaze
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, butter, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over low until smooth.
Step 5: Coat and Serve
- Brush or drizzle the hot honey glaze over the fried chicken.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne to the honey glaze.
- Oven-baked option: Instead of frying, bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, then coat with hot honey.
- Best sides: Serve with coleslaw, cornbread, or roasted veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg