Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this hot honey chicken is is sure to be your new favorite fried chicken recipe. It’s perfectly crispy and coated in honey that packs a punch.
Airfryer Hot Honey Fried Chicken
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Hey there, foodie friends! Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of air-fryer magic with a lip-smacking recipe for Hot Honey Fried Chicken. Trust me, this crispy delight is about to become your go-to comfort food. But before we jump into the kitchen, let’s answer some burning questions about this dish.
The written recipe is at the bottom of this post. You can also find a “How To” video for this recipe HERE.
Is Hot Honey Super Spicy?
No worries, folks! Hot honey isn’t here to set your taste buds on fire. It does bring a bit of a kick to the party, but it’s more of a flavorful dance than a heatwave. Your mouth will be singing with joy, not burning in agony.
How to get crispy chicken in the Air Fryer?
The secret to the crunchiest chicken ever? The air fryer, of course! In this recipe the chicken is dredged in an egg mixture and then coated in a simple cornflakes and herb mixture. Then it is baked in the air fryer which seems to be the key to a super crisp exterior with a super juicy center.
What Pairs Perfectly with Hot Honey Fried Chicken?
This mouthwatering dish deserves to be the star of the show, but why not give it some A-list companions? Here are some dishes that will take your Fried Chicken experience to the next level:
1. Creamy Mashed Potatoes:
- The velvety texture of these mashed potatoes is the ideal sidekick to the crispy exterior of the chicken. It’s a match made in comfort food heaven.
2. Bowtie Caesar Salad:
- The freshness and creaminess of this salad provide a delightful contrast to the rich and spicy flavors of the chicken.
3. Amazing Creamed Corn with Lime:
- A match made in heaven.
3. Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich :
- Use your chicken in the most delicious sandwich you could imagine. It’ll leave your taste buds singing.
And there you have it, folks! A crispy, crunchy, and downright delicious adventure into the world of Air-Fryer Hot Honey Fried Chicken. Give it a try, and let your taste buds do the happy dance. Enjoy!
Recipe for the BEST Air Fryer Hot Honey Chicken:
Save RecipeIngredients
- 2 cups corn flakes
- 1/3 cup Parmesan
- ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- ¾ teaspoon Onion Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt
- 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
- Salt and pepper
- 1 Large Egg Beaten
- Favorite Hot Sauce
- 1 Large Chicken Breast cut into tenders
- Coconut Oil Spray (can use olive oil or avocado oil spray instead)
- Mikes Hot Honey
- Fresh Thyme
Instructions
- Pulse Cornflakes with the paprika, onion powder, garlic salt, parmesan, salt and pepper.
- In a shallow dish, beat eggs with a squirt of hot sauce (One squirt is very subtle, add more according to heat desired).
- In a large ziplock bag or between 2 pieces of plastic wrap pound chicken tenders to 1/3 inch thick.
- Dredge in Egg then Corn Flakes mixture.
- Place in Air Fryer and spray lightly with coconut oil.
- Airfry at 400 for 3 minutes then flip,
- Spray with coconut oil spray and cook another 3-4 minutes or until IT 165F.
- Remove from Fryer and Drizzle with hot honey and season with salt and thyme.
- ***Alternatively, you can bake in the oven on Greased baking sheet at 400F degrees. Bake 10-12 minutes (until IT 165F).
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