How to Make Hot Honey Chicken: 7 Simple Steps for a Sweet and Spicy Feast
This Hot Honey Chicken recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a sweet and spicy meal. Crispy chicken is drizzled with a homemade hot honey sauce for a flavorful and satisfying dish.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Cut into 1-inch pieces
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour For dredging
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil For frying
Hot Honey Sauce
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Hot sauce Such as Frank's RedHot
- 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes Optional, for extra heat
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the fried chicken to the saucepan and toss to coat evenly with the hot honey sauce. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side dish for a complete meal.