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Baked Crunchy Honey Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Baked Crunchy Honey Chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of crispy, golden-baked chicken thighs coated in a flavorful breadcrumb crust and glazed with a sweet and savory honey-soy sauce. Easy to prepare and bake, this dish is an irresistible combination of textures and flavors that makes for a delicious main course suitable for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)

Breading Mixture

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Other Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred for extra crunch)
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Cooking spray (or oil for greasing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Rinse the chicken thighs thoroughly and pat them dry. Cut the thighs into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
  3. Set Up Breading Station: In three separate bowls, prepare the breading ingredients: first bowl with flour mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika; second bowl with beaten eggs; and third bowl with breadcrumbs.
  4. Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off excess, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
  5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken pieces spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet so they do not touch, allowing air to circulate for optimal crisping.
  6. Bake Chicken: Lightly spray the chicken pieces with cooking spray to promote browning and crispiness. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Prepare Honey Glaze: While the chicken bakes, combine honey and soy sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until fully blended and warmed through.
  8. Glaze Chicken: Remove the chicken from the oven, drizzle the warm honey glaze evenly over the top, then return the chicken to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the glaze to set and caramelize slightly.
  9. Check Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) to confirm safe consumption.
  10. Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to lock in juices and achieve maximum flavor.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, panko breadcrumbs are recommended.
  • Make sure chicken pieces are spaced well on the baking sheet to avoid steaming and ensure crispiness.
  • You can substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • Adjust the honey amount in the glaze to your preferred level of sweetness.
  • Use a cooking thermometer to perfectly gauge doneness and avoid overcooking.

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