Crispy Air Fryer Hot Honey Chicken That Will Wow Your Tastebuds
Deliciously crispy, juicy Air Fryer Hot Honey Chicken combines sweet and spicy flavors for a mouthwatering experience.
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Buttermilk Marinate for at least 30 minutes
For the Coating
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can substitute
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works too
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For the Hot Honey Glaze
- 1/2 cup Hot Sauce Frank's RedHot recommended
- 1/2 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used
- 2 tablespoons Butter Olive oil can substitute
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
For Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- In a shallow dish, mix together flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge in flour mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Lightly spray the basket and chicken with cooking spray.
- Cook chicken for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, melt hot sauce, honey, butter, and chili powder in a saucepan over low heat.
- Drizzle hot honey sauce over cooked chicken and return to air fryer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure to spray the chicken with oil before cooking. Serve with roasted sweet potatoes or a salad for a complete meal.