This Baked Hot Honey Chicken Recipe is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and crispy—all without the mess of frying! Juicy, tender chicken is coated in a crunchy, golden-brown crust and baked to perfection before being drizzled with a sticky, flavorful hot honey glaze that caramelizes beautifully. This easy, oven-baked dish delivers all the crave-worthy crispiness of fried chicken but in a lighter, more convenient way. Whether you're making it for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal, this recipe is guaranteed to impress. Serve it with your favorite sides and get ready to enjoy a sweet and spicy kick in every bite!
Place the oven temperature setting at 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius) while preparing the baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow bowl, mix flour with half the spices.
In another bowl, beat eggs with a splash of water.
Stir panko with spices from the second bowl and set this mixture aside.
Coat the chicken pieces diligently with flour and then egg before adding panko breadcrumbs.
Reposition the chicken artifacts onto the baking sheet before applying a faint coating of food spray.
Proceed to bake the chicken pieces for 15-20 minutes at 425°F oven heat until they become golden-brown and enjoy a crispy exterior while reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
To make the glaze prepare the small saucepan with all components for combining at medium heat until butter melts while the mixture bubbles slightly.
Apply the hot honey glaze coating to the chicken in the last five minutes of baking time.
Additional glaze should be served along with the dish.
Servings 4
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.