Golden Honey-Glazed Chicken with a Spicy Twist
A culinary delight featuring succulent chicken pieces in a luscious honey glaze with a hint of spice, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs organic chicken, skins on or off for your preference
- 2 tsps sea salt, divided
- 2 tsps black pepper, divided
- 2 tsps smoked paprika, divided
- 2 tsps garlic powder, divided
- 2 tsps dried thyme, divided
- 2 tsps dried parsley, divided
- 2 tsps dried basil, divided
- 1/2 cup organic all-purpose flour to create that crispy texture
- 2 cups breadcrumbs for a beautiful crust
- 2 cups cornflakes, crushed for an extra crunch
- 2 large eggs to bind the coating
- 1 cup Almond milk, unsweetened for moisture
- 2 Tbsps hot honey to kickstart the glaze
- 6 Tbsps unsalted butter to enrich the sauce
- 1/2 cup hot honey for the sauce to balance sweetness and spice
- 2 tsps cayenne pepper for a spicy surprise
- 1/2 tsp chili powder to deepen the heat
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika for the sauce to enhance smokiness
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder for the sauce to keep flavor consistent
- pinch sea salt for the sauce to round everything off
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and placing a wire rack on top.
- In a large bowl, combine the cleaned chicken pieces with 2 tablespoons of hot honey and 1 teaspoon each of sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, thyme, parsley, and basil. Mix well and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Pat dry the chicken pieces with a paper towel and coat each one in flour, shaking off any excess.
- In another bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes, breadcrumbs, and the remaining spices (1 teaspoon of each: cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder).
- In a separate bowl, whisk two large eggs with the almond milk until combined. Dip each flour-coated chicken piece into the egg mixture before coating it in the breadcrumb mixture.
Cooking
- Arrange the chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce by melting butter in a skillet and adding the remaining sauce ingredients. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Once the chicken is cooked, spoon the hot honey sauce over each piece, allowing it to penetrate the chicken.
Serving
- Serve your delicious chicken with your favorite side dish, like steamed vegetables or fluffy rice.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. To add more heat, include sliced jalapeños into the honey sauce. When breading the chicken, press down firmly so the crumbs adhere. Opt for whole-grain breadcrumbs for a healthier version and cover with foil if browning too quickly.