Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Honey
Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Honey is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances spicy and sweet flavors. This healthier twist on traditional Nashville hot chicken features juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a crispy, seasoned crust and drizzled with a fiery honey sauce. Ideal for game nights, family gatherings, or casual dinners, this recipe will delight your taste buds and keep everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in a mixture of flour, paprika, and cayenne pepper until well-coated.
- Arrange chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- In a bowl, mix honey, hot sauce, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard. Adjust heat as desired.
- Once baked, brush chicken generously with the spicy honey sauce.
- Serve hot, drizzled with remaining sauce alongside your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, place the chicken on a wire rack during baking. Swap honey for maple syrup or add pickles for added crunch. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.