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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

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A delicious twist on traditional fried chicken, this baked version features a crunchy cornflake coating and a sweet, spicy hot honey sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups cornflakes (use gluten-free, if needed)
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins
  • Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2–3 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1–3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Sea salt
  • Fresh thyme, cilantro, or parsley, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Crush the cornflakes with a food processor or in a ziplock bag, then mix them with parmesan, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt in a shallow bowl.
  3. Beat the eggs in another bowl, add hot sauce, then toss in the chicken to coat it well.
  4. Dredge each piece of chicken in the cornflake mixture, making sure they are fully covered. For extra crunch, dip again in the eggs and then the crumbs. Place on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy all around.
  6. Prepare the sauce near the end of cooking by warming together honey, hot sauce, cayenne, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt in a pot.
  7. Drizzle the warm sauce over the chicken and top with your choice of herbs. Enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven to regain crispiness.

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