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Golden Honey-Glazed Chicken with a Spicy Twist

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A delightful fusion of sweetness and spice, this chicken dish features a crispy coating and a golden glaze that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs. organic chicken (drumsticks, wings, or thigh pieces)
  • 2 tsps sea salt, divided
  • 2 tsps black pepper, divided
  • 2 tsps smoked paprika, divided
  • 2 tsps garlic powder, divided
  • 2 tsps dried thyme, divided
  • 2 tsps dried parsley, divided
  • 2 tsps dried basil, divided
  • 1/2 cup organic all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup almond milk, unsweetened
  • 2 Tbsps hot honey
  • 6 Tbsps unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup hot honey (for drizzling)
  • 2 tsps cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper and a wire rack.
  2. Combine cleaned chicken pieces with hot honey, 1 tsp each of salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, thyme, parsley, and basil. Allow marinating for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Pat the chicken dry using paper towels to ensure a crispy crust.
  4. Coat each chicken piece thoroughly with flour, shaking off excess.
  5. Mix together crushed cornflakes, breadcrumbs, and the remaining spices.
  6. Whisk eggs and almond milk in another bowl.
  7. Dip flour-coated chicken pieces into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
  8. Arrange the coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Melt butter in a skillet and mix in hot honey, cayenne pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  10. Spoon the sauce over the baked chicken and serve hot.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before coating to achieve a crispy texture. Consider making the glaze ahead of time for convenience.

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