Hot Honey Chicken
Savor the perfect blend of spice and sweetness with our easy hot honey chicken recipe! Crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor—ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chili flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken : Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken : Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Make the Sauce : In a bowl, whisk together hot honey, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine and Finish : Reduce heat to medium-low, pour the sauce over the chicken, and toss to coat evenly. Simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken the glaze.
- Garnish and Serve : Sprinkle chili flakes on top and serve hot with your favorite sides. Enjoy!