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Hot Honey Fried Chicken Recipe
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Hot Honey Fried Chicken Recipe

Hot honey fried chicken recipe is one of my favorite comfort foods. This hot honey fried chicken recipe brings together crispy chicken and sweet spicy honey.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken
  • 8 chicken thighs skinless and boneless
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Coating
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • For Frying
  • 6 cups vegetable oil
  • For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • 1 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Method
 

Cooking Instructions for Hot Honey Fried Chicken
    Marinate the Chicken
    1. Place the chicken in a large bowl. Add buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours.
    Prepare the Flour Mixture
    1. Combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and well combined.
    Heat the Oil
    1. Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan. Heat it to 350°F. Use a thermometer for better accuracy and safer frying results.
    Coat the Chicken Pieces
    1. Remove chicken from the marinade. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture. Press gently so the coating sticks nicely to every side.
    Let the Coating Rest
    1. Place coated chicken on a tray. Allow it to rest for ten minutes. This helps the crust stay crispy during frying.
    Fry the Chicken
    1. Carefully place chicken into the hot oil. Fry in small batches. Cook each piece for about twelve minutes until golden brown.
    Drain Excess Oil
    1. Transfer the fried chicken onto a wire rack. Let extra oil drip away. Avoid stacking pieces to keep them crispy.
    Make the Hot Honey Sauce
    1. Add honey, butter, chili flakes, cayenne, and vinegar to a saucepan. Heat gently and stir until smooth and glossy.
    Glaze the Chicken
    1. Drizzle the warm hot honey over the fried chicken. Coat each piece lightly. Add more sauce if you prefer extra sweetness.
    Serve and Enjoy
    1. Place the chicken on a serving platter. Garnish with extra chili flakes. Serve while hot for the best taste and texture.

    Notes

    • Marinate the chicken for several hours for deeper flavor.
    • Use cornstarch for extra crispy coating.
    • Keep oil temperature steady during frying.
    • Fry in small batches to avoid soggy chicken.
    • Let coated chicken rest before frying.
    • Use fresh honey for the best taste.
    • Adjust chili flakes based on your spice preference.
    • Serve immediately for maximum crunch.
    • Drain chicken on a wire rack instead of paper towels.
    • Add a little vinegar for balanced sweetness.