Description
Crispy fried chicken thighs marinated in buttermilk and coated with a flavorful blend of spices and cornstarch, served on warm, buttery buttermilk biscuits with a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle. This Southern-inspired hot honey chicken biscuit sandwich combines savory, spicy, and sweet elements for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 4 buttermilk biscuits (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
Hot Honey Sauce
- ½ cup honey
- 1½ teaspoons hot sauce
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a bowl with the buttermilk and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight to tenderize and infuse flavor.
- Prepare the Coating: In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly to create a seasoned dredge.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure a thick, even coating.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or Dutch oven and heat to 350°F (175°C), suitable for frying the chicken until crisp and golden.
- Fry the Chicken: Carefully fry the coated chicken thighs for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until the crust is golden and the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Make the Hot Honey Sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes, stirring gently and warming until fragrant and melded. Remove from heat once combined.
- Prepare the Biscuits: Slice the biscuits in half horizontally and brush the cut sides with melted butter to add richness and prevent sogginess.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Place a piece of fried chicken on the biscuit bottom half, generously drizzle with the warm hot honey sauce, then top with the biscuit top half. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For added texture and flavor, consider adding pickles or coleslaw to your sandwiches.
- Chicken breasts or tenders can be used as substitutes for chicken thighs if preferred.
- Ensure oil temperature remains steady at 350°F during frying to get a crispy crust without overcooking.
- Marinating the chicken longer (overnight) enhances tenderness and flavor penetration.
