Description
Crispy baked hot honey chicken coated in cornflakes and drizzled with sweet, smoky honey glaze. Bold, crunchy, and perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 6 cups cornflakes, lightly crushed
- 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
Hot Honey:
- 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, to taste
- Fresh thyme, cilantro, or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and prepare a lined baking sheet or rack.
- Mix crushed cornflakes, Parmesan, and spices in a shallow bowl.
- Whisk eggs and hot sauce in a separate bowl.
- Dip chicken into egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in cornflake mixture.
- Arrange on baking sheet and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Bake 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Warm hot honey ingredients gently in a saucepan without boiling.
- Drizzle over chicken and garnish before serving.
Notes
- Press coating firmly onto chicken for maximum crunch.
- Use a wire rack for crispier airflow during baking.
- Avoid boiling the honey mixture to maintain smooth texture.
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving for juicier results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American