Air fryer Hot Honey Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
365 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air fryer Hot Honey Chicken Recipe
Description
The chicken breasts are prepared by scoring diagonally to allow seasoning to penetrate. A marinade of minced garlic, hot sauce, and smoked spices like paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder is spread over the pieces before air frying at 375°F. The air fryer crisps the outside while keeping the inside moist and tender. An instant-read thermometer ensures safe cooking at 165°F internal temperature.
The hot honey sauce, made by melting butter with honey and additional hot sauce, is basted onto the chicken after cooking, coating it with a glossy, spicy-sweet glaze. This contrast brings out a savory richness and a touch of heat. The method works well with chicken thighs or drumsticks, adjusting cooking times accordingly.
You can customize the heat level by adding hot pepper flakes or cayenne to the seasoning. For a milder version, omit the hot sauce and make a sweet honey chicken. Parchment paper in the air fryer basket helps prevent sticking and simplifies cleanup.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
Hot Honey Sauce *see notes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
Instructions
- Score chicken breast diagonally with a sharp knife.
- Mix the garlic, hot sauce, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oil together in a small bowl.
- Put the chicken pieces in the air fryer basket and spread the seasoning mixture on top. Parchment paper in the bottom of the air fryer basket helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Place in the air fryer, and cook for 18-20 minutes at 375° F.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to verify the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- While the chicken cooks, put butter, hot sauce, and honey in a shallow bowl and microwave for 10-20 seconds or until the butter is almost melted. Mix together.
- When the chicken is done, take it out and baste it with the butter mixture.
Notes
- Store-bought hot honey sauce can replace the homemade version; use 4 tablespoons if preferred.
- To reduce spiciness, omit hot sauce for a milder honey chicken variation.
- Adding hot pepper flakes or cayenne enhances the heat level of the seasoning.
- Chicken thighs or drumsticks can be used; reduce cooking time to about 15 minutes and verify internal temperature.
- Using parchment paper in the air fryer basket prevents sticking and eases cleanup.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 365 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 365kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 573mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 625mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 2129IU | 43% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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