Description
Hot Honey-Glazed Fried Chicken is a mouthwatering combination of crispy texture and sweet heat that will elevate any meal. Picture tender, juicy chicken thighs enveloped in a golden-brown crust, all drizzled with a luscious hot honey glaze. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, ensuring everyone will be coming back for more. Enjoy this crowd-pleaser that’s not just delicious but also easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup hot honey
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken thighs and buttermilk in a bowl. Let soak for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the breading: In another bowl, mix together flour, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge the chicken: Coat each marinated piece of chicken in the seasoned flour mixture and shake off excess flour.
- Heat oil: In a large skillet, heat enough vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering (about 350°F).
- Fry the chicken: Carefully add chicken pieces to the hot oil without overcrowding. Fry for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Add glaze: Drizzle hot honey over each piece of fried chicken while still warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg