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Hot Honey Chicken

Hot Honey Chicken
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This Hot Honey Chicken recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet heat and crispy comfort, featuring succulent chicken coated in a sticky, spicy honey glaze. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for quick weeknight dinners or last-minute treats, using easy pantry ingredients and customizable spice levels for an unforgettable flavor experience.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts, skin-on or skinless

Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Cooking Fat

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Hot Honey Glaze

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1–2 tablespoons hot sauce or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs or breasts evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure crispiness during cooking.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 6–7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Make the Hot Honey Sauce: Reduce the heat to low. In the same pan, add honey, your choice of hot sauce or chili flakes, and lemon juice if using. Stir continuously until the sauce is well combined and slightly thickened, approximately 2 minutes.
  4. Glaze the Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and spoon the hot honey sauce over each piece. Let the chicken simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to absorb the flavors and for the glaze to become sticky and glossy.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the glazed chicken onto a serving platter, drizzle any remaining sauce on top, and garnish as desired before serving.

Notes

  • Use skin-on chicken thighs for maximum crispiness and flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking and a golden crust.
  • Adjust the spice level gradually; start with less chili and add more to taste.
  • Let the chicken rest a few minutes after cooking to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Maple syrup can be used as a substitute for honey for a richer sweetness.

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