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Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits Recipe

Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits Recipe
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Deliciously crispy fried chicken thighs marinated in buttermilk and coated in a flavorful seasoned flour, sandwiched inside fluffy homemade biscuits and drizzled with a spicy-sweet hot honey glaze. This Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits recipe perfectly balances heat, sweetness, and savory flavors for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts, if preferred)
  • 1 cup buttermilk for tenderizing
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Biscuits:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • Store-bought biscuits can also be used for convenience

For the Hot Honey:

  • ½ cup honey
  • 1–2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional, for tanginess)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Soak the chicken thighs in 1 cup of buttermilk for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight. This tenderizes the meat and adds flavor.
  2. Prepare the Dredging Mixture: In a bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing gently to coat fully.
  4. Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces for about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients for Biscuits: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda, and ½ tsp salt.
  6. Cut in Butter: Add 6 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Add Buttermilk: Stir in ¾ cup buttermilk just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep biscuits tender.
  8. Shape Biscuits: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times. Pat it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Cut out biscuits with a round cutter.
  9. Bake Biscuits: Place biscuits on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Make Hot Honey: Heat ½ cup honey in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in 1–2 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (if using), and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  11. Assemble the Biscuits: Slice the baked biscuits in half. Place a piece of fried chicken on the bottom half, drizzle generously with hot honey, and top with the other biscuit half. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum tenderness and flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the hot honey to control the spice level.
  • You can use boneless chicken breasts instead of thighs if preferred, but thighs stay juicier.
  • Store-bought biscuits can be used as a time-saving shortcut.
  • Leftover biscuits and fried chicken can be stored separately in the refrigerator and reheated before assembling.

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