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hot honey chicken biscuit

Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit

The Crispy Chef
These hot honey chicken biscuit sandwiches are a total breakfast game-changer! Crispy, juicy fried chicken, buttery homemade biscuits, and a sweet-spicy hot honey drizzle make for an unbeatable combination. Way better than any fast food version, and easy to make at home!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Biscuit cutter
  • Box grater
  • Baking sheet
  • Deep frying pan
  • Paper towels
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Crispy Chicken:

  • 4 boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups peanut or vegetable oil for frying

For the Biscuits:

  • 2 cups self-rising flour
  • 6 tablespoons cold butter grated
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Hot Honey:

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken:

  • Cut chicken into biscuit-sized pieces.
  • Mix buttermilk with a dash of hot sauce and garlic powder.
  • Soak chicken for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
  • Remove from marinade when ready to cook.

Make the Biscuits:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Grate frozen butter using a box grater.
  • Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
  • Add grated butter, toss to combine.
  • Pour in cold buttermilk and mix just until combined.
  • Turn onto a floured surface, fold dough 5-6 times.
  • Pat to 1-inch thickness and cut with a biscuit cutter.
  • Place biscuits on a baking sheet and brush with melted butter.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.

Fry the Chicken:

  • Heat oil to 350°F.
  • Mix flour, cornstarch, and seasonings in a bowl.
  • Dredge marinated chicken in flour mixture, pressing to coat.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes, then fry for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  • Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.

Make the Hot Honey:

  • Combine honey, butter, and hot sauce in a small saucepan.
  • Add cayenne and red pepper flakes to taste.
  • Heat on low until combined, then let thicken slightly as it cools.

Assemble the Biscuits:

  • Split warm biscuits.
  • Spread mayo on the bottom half (optional).
  • Place a fried chicken piece on the biscuit.
  • Drizzle generously with hot honey.
  • Add pickle chips if desired.
  • Top with the other biscuit half and serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust the spice level of the hot honey to your preference.
For extra crispy biscuits, freeze the butter for 10 minutes before grating.
Store components separately and assemble fresh for best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 28gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 750mgSugar: 12g
Keyword breakfast sandwich, Crispy Chicken, homemade biscuits, Hot honey chicken biscuit, Southern breakfast
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