Hot Honey Crispy Chicken Sandwich
A crispy, golden-brown chicken sandwich drizzled with spicy-sweet hot honey sauce, offering the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite.
Equipment
- Deep fryer or deep pan
- Shallow wide bowl or plate
- Mixing bowls
- Tongs and spatula
- Baking sheet Optional
- Paper towels (for draining)
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts or thighs
- All-purpose flour
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Cayenne pepper optional
- Egg
- Buttermilk
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Chili powder
- Black pepper
- Kosher salt
- Cornstarch optional, for extra crunch
- Peanut oil or cooking oil with a high smoke point
- Hot honey honey mixed with red pepper flakes
- Hamburger or brioche buns
- Pickles lettuce, or other desired toppings (optional)
Instructions
- Coat the chicken with a mixture of flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (optional), and salt.
- Dip chicken into an egg and buttermilk mixture.
- Press chicken into panko breadcrumbs mixed with chili powder and black pepper.
- Heat oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or skillet. Fry chicken until golden brown and it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Drain chicken on paper towels.
- Assemble the sandwich with the crispy chicken, hot honey drizzle, and any additional toppings like pickles, lettuce, or mayo.
- Serve immediately, with extra hot honey on the side if desired
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 700-1020
- Fat: 31g - 62g
- Carbohydrates: 31g - 70g
- Protein: 14g