Description
This Baked Crunchy Honey Buffalo Chicken delivers crispy perfection with a sweet-and-spicy kick. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game day bites, or anytime you crave something bold and satisfying—without the deep frying!
Ingredients
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1 lb chicken tenders or boneless thighs
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup flour
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2 eggs (beaten)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1/2 cup buffalo sauce
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1/3 cup honey
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1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
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Prep oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment and spray with oil.
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Bread chicken: Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with panko mixed with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Bake: Arrange on sheet and bake 20–25 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crispy.
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Make sauce: Mix buffalo sauce, honey, and butter in a saucepan over low heat.
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Coat chicken: Toss hot baked chicken in warm honey buffalo sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
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Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour if needed.
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Adjust the honey-to-buffalo ratio to make it milder or spicier.
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Great with ranch or blue cheese dip and celery sticks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Protein: 30 g