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Crispy Baked Hot Honey Chicken

This crispy baked hot honey chicken is the perfect fusion of sweet and spicy. Juicy chicken thighs are coated in a crunchy panko crust, then baked to golden perfection and finished with a rich hot honey drizzle that will make your taste buds dance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 333 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl for eggs and chili garlic sauce
  • 1 Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  • 1 Saucepan for hot honey drizzle

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 2 eggs helps the coating stick
  • 3 tablespoons chili garlic sauce divided
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs juicy and perfect for pressure cooking
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs for crunch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt divided
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper for a little heat
  • spray oil for crisping
  • 0.5 cup honey for the hot honey sauce

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F. This step is key cause you're gonna finish the chicken in the oven for that crispy touch.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray it lightly with oil to keep things from sticking.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs with 1 tablespoon of chili garlic sauce to make a spicy egg wash.
  • In another bowl, mix up the panko bread crumbs, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and cayenne pepper. This is your crispy coating.
  • Dip each chicken thigh into the egg wash, then press into the panko mix to coat 'em good. Don’t be shy pressing so it sticks well.
  • Place coated thighs on your baking sheet, spray tops lightly with oil, then pop them into the oven. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes flipping halfway through so it crisps evenly.
  • While chicken’s baking, combine honey, remaining 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce, and 1 teaspoon sea salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until warm and blended — this is your hot honey drizzle.
  • When chicken’s out of the oven, drizzle the hot honey sauce on just before serving. Get ready for that perfect sweet-spicy combo!

Notes

Reheat in the oven or air fryer to retain crispiness. Great for meal prep paired with salad, rice, or noodles!