Description
Hot Honey-Glazed Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy, golden chicken with a sweet and spicy honey glaze that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is perfect for any gathering, evoking fond memories of family barbecues and cozy evenings. With its appealing aroma and delightful crunch, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup hot honey (or homemade with 1/4 cup honey + 1 tsp chili flakes)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix buttermilk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Prepare coating: In another bowl, combine flour, smoked paprika, and more salt.
- Heat oil: In a heavy pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Dredge chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture.
- Fry chicken: Place each piece in hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes per side.
- Glaze: Drain on paper towels then toss in hot honey glaze.
- Serve: Plate with sides like coleslaw or cornbread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For an even crispier texture, ensure the chicken is dried thoroughly before frying. Experiment with different honey types for unique flavors; wildflower honey adds a floral note. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a preheated oven to maintain crispiness.