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Hot Honey Chicken Breast garnished with herbs and served on a plate

Hot Honey Chicken Breast

A flavorful dish combining juicy chicken with a sweet and spicy honey glaze, perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut or pounded thin Pounding the chicken ensures even cooking.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with regular milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1 cup flour For coating.
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup oil, + more as needed For frying.
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Increase for extra heat.
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce Adjust to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pour buttermilk over the chicken breast to coat and refrigerate while preparing the coating and honey.
  2. Mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce. Set aside.
  4. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and coat it with the flour mixture on both sides.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the chicken pieces without crowding the pan.
  2. Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes, flip it, and continue cooking until it reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F, about 4-5 more minutes.
  3. Transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat cooking until all chicken is done, adding oil as necessary.
Serving
  1. Drizzle hot honey over the chicken or serve it on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 42gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 900mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13g

Notes

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to keep it juicy. For variations, chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts, and garlic powder can be added to the flour mixture for additional flavor.

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