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Baked Crunchy Honey Buffalo Chicken

Baked Crunchy Honey Buffalo Chicken

Rebecca
Crispy, sweet, spicy, and baked to perfection! This healthier take on buffalo chicken delivers satisfying crunch from a cornflake coating, all drenched in an addictive honey buffalo sauce. Whether you're prepping dinner or fueling game night, it's a flavor-packed winner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 442 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Coating

  • 6 cups crushed cornflakes
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts or thighs sliced
  • Olive oil for drizzling

Honey Buffalo Sauce

  • ½ cup hot sauce
  • 6 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 –2 tsp seasoned salt
  • ¾ tsp chipotle chili powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp honey

Optional Toppings

  • Sliced green onions
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing

Instructions
 

  • Crush the cornflakes into fine crumbs using a food processor. Don’t have one? No problem! Toss the cornflakes in a ziplock bag and crush them with a rolling pin. Mix the crumbs with Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder in a bowl. The spices add layers of flavor to the crispy coating.
  • Whisk the eggs with hot sauce in another bowl. Dip each slice of chicken into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then dredge the chicken through the cornflake mixture, pressing gently to help the crumbs stick. For an extra crispy coating, repeat the process, double-dipping into the egg and then the crumbs.
  • Arrange the coated chicken slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle the tops with olive oil for a golden, evenly baked crust. Bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure an even crisp on all sides. The enticing aroma will fill your kitchen as it bakes to perfection!
  • While the chicken bakes, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the hot sauce, seasoned salt, chipotle chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Once combined, remove it from the heat, then whisk in honey. The sauce should be silky, sweet, and spicy enough to tantalize your taste buds.
  • Once the chicken is baked, generously drizzle the honey buffalo sauce over each piece. For extra pizazz, garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, tangy, and crispy goodness!

Notes

  • Double the Crunch: Double coat for ultra-crispy chicken.
  • Don’t Crowd the Pan: Leave space between pieces for even baking.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Freshly crushed cornflakes and grated Parmesan boost flavor.
Keyword Baked Crunchy Honey Buffalo Chicken