Description
These Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits feature crispy, golden-fried chicken sandwiched between buttery, flaky homemade biscuits and drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a comforting dinner, this Southern-inspired dish is packed with bold flavors and incredible textures.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Fried Chicken:
- 1 ½ to 2 lbs chicken tenders
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 large egg + 2 tablespoons water (beaten)
- Vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
For the Buttermilk Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup (1 stick) cold butter (cubed or grated)
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
For the Hot Honey:
- 1 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Fried Chicken: Heat oil to 365°F. Coat chicken in seasoned flour, dip in egg wash, then coat again. Fry until golden brown.
- Make the Biscuits: Mix dry ingredients, cut in butter, and add buttermilk. Roll, fold, cut, and bake at 450°F for 15-17 minutes.
- Prepare the Hot Honey: Heat honey with red pepper flakes, stir in apple cider vinegar, and let cool.
- Assemble the Biscuits: Slice biscuits, add fried chicken, drizzle with hot honey, and serve warm.
Notes
- Keep the butter cold for flaky biscuits.
- Double-coating the chicken ensures a crispy texture.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Comfort Food
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: Southern