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Hot Honey Bangin Crunchy Cornflake Baked Chicken

Hot Honey Bangin Crunchy Cornflake Baked Chicken

Satisfy your cravings with this Hot Honey Bangin Crunchy Cornflake Baked Chicken. Crispy, juicy, and drizzled with a homemade sweet and spicy sauce, it's perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Your family will adore this unique twist on a classic dish, so why not make it tonight?
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups Cornflakes
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Almond milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1 ½-2 pounds Boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup Honey
  • 2-3 teaspoons Hot sauce (I like cholula)

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Food Processor

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Add the cornflakes to the bowl of the food processor and pulse until they reach a fine crumb similar to breadcrumbs. Transfer mixture to a medium bowl and whisk in the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond milk. Set aside.
  4. Line a large baking sheet with an oven-safe wire metal rack. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  5. Dip each chicken thigh into the egg mixture, then use a tong to grab each chicken thigh and toss generously into the breadcrumb mixture to completely coat with breadcrumbs. Use tongs to transfer to the wire rack. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
  6. Generously spray the tops of the chicken thighs with nonstick spray. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and temp reaches 165 degrees F with a meat thermometer.
  7. Right before serving, make the quick hot honey: add honey and hot sauce to a small bowl, microwave for 10-15 seconds. Taste and add more hot sauce to adjust to your liking. Drizzle honey over the chicken before serving or use it as a dip for the chicken.

Notes

  • Tip 1: You can also use chicken breasts or chicken tenders for this recipe, but please know the cooking time will slightly change.
  • Tip 2: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Tip 3: You can freeze the uncooked, coated chicken for up to 2 months. Just bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
  • Tip 4: Serve with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables to balance out the meal.
  • Tip 5: In the summer, serve it with fresh corn on the cob or a light garden salad.