Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken: A Sweet and Spicy Crispy Delight

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
Dip each chicken piece first into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, and then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down slightly to ensure the coating sticks well.
Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray with olive oil to promote crisping.
Bake the Chicken:

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is golden brown and crispy. Halfway through baking, flip the chicken for an even crisp.
Once baked, remove the chicken from the oven and set aside while you prepare the hot honey sauce.
Make the Hot Honey Sauce:

In a small saucepan, combine the honey, sriracha, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let the sauce cook for 2-3 minutes until it slightly thickens and becomes a syrupy consistency.
Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Glaze the Chicken:

Once the chicken is out of the oven, drizzle the hot honey sauce generously over each piece. Use a brush or spoon to coat the chicken evenly, ensuring each piece is covered with the sweet and spicy glaze.
Serve:

Serve the Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken immediately, with extra sauce on the side for dipping if desired. Pair with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
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