Description
This Hot Honey-Glazed Fried Chicken recipe features crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs coated with a spicy, sweet, and tangy glaze made from honey, hot sauce, and lemon juice. Perfectly seasoned and fried to juicy perfection, this dish delivers a delightful balance of heat and sweetness that will satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 4-6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Frying
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Hot Honey Glaze
- 1/2 cup honey (preferably raw)
- 2 tsp hot sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tbsp sriracha (or any hot sauce)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken thighs thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crispier coating when fried.
- Coat the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken thigh in this flour mixture until evenly coated on all sides.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet and heat over medium-high until the oil shimmers, indicating it is hot enough for frying.
- Fry the Chicken: Carefully place the coated chicken thighs into the hot oil. Fry each side for 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring they are cooked through.
- Make the Hot Honey Glaze: While the chicken fries, combine honey, 2 tsp hot sauce, sriracha, and freshly squeezed lemon juice in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes a smooth glaze.
- Glaze the Chicken: Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place it on a serving platter. Drizzle the warm hot honey glaze evenly over the chicken while still warm for maximum flavor absorption.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is hot before frying to prevent the chicken from becoming greasy.
- Use a kitchen thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- You can adjust the spiciness of the glaze by varying the amount or type of hot sauce used.
- For extra crispiness, double dip the chicken in flour and beaten egg before the final fry.
- This chicken pairs well with sides like coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or cornbread.
