Description
Enjoy a cozy dinner with these Easy Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits featuring crispy fried marinated chicken thighs nestled in fluffy homemade biscuits, all drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. Perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken
- 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup Buttermilk (for marinating)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour (for coating)
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp Black pepper (to taste)
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Biscuits
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- 3/4 cup Buttermilk
For the Hot Honey
- 1/2 cup Honey
- 1 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
- Marinate and Prepare Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a bowl and pour in 1 cup of buttermilk. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to tenderize and infuse flavor.
- Coat the Chicken: In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup all-purpose flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Remove chicken from marinade and dredge each piece thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering. Fry the coated chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the Biscuits: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, combine 2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in cold unsalted butter with your fingers or a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Buttermilk and Bake: Stir in 3/4 cup buttermilk gently just until combined. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes until biscuits are golden and risen.
- Prepare Hot Honey Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Assemble and Serve: Place fried chicken thighs on freshly baked biscuits and drizzle generously with the hot honey sauce. Serve immediately for a warm, flavorful meal.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight intensifies flavor and tenderness.
- Ensure oil temperature is medium heat for even frying without burning.
- Use cold butter for flaky biscuits.
- Adjust red pepper flakes in hot honey to your preferred spice level.
- Biscuits can be made ahead and warmed before serving.
