Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits Recipe
Buckle up for a truly mouthwatering experience: Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits are the ultimate union of tender, crispy fried chicken, soft homemade biscuits, and a sweet-meets-spicy honey drizzle that will set your taste buds singing. Whether you’re after an unforgettable brunch or an indulgent dinner, this dish explodes with Southern comfort and just the right punch of heat. Every bite brings layers of texture and flavor—flaky, golden biscuits, juicy chicken with the perfect crunch, and that irresistible sticky-spicy hot honey that ties everything together. There’s nothing fussy here, just honest-to-goodness comfort food that calls for licking your fingers and maybe even fighting for the last bite.
Ingredients You’ll Need
The magic of Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits lies in simple, accessible ingredients that each play a starring role. Every ingredient has its part, whether it’s building those ultra-flaky biscuits, delivering a juicy, flavor-packed fry on the chicken, or creating that signature sweet heat in the honey drizzle.
- Chicken: Choose 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 4 pieces for maximum juiciness and flavor that holds up to frying.
- Buttermilk (for chicken): 1 cup, acts as a tenderizer and infuses the chicken with a tangy richness.
- Hot Sauce (for chicken): 1 teaspoon, brings just enough heat for character and depth.
- All-purpose flour (for dredging): 1 cup, ensures the chicken fries up crunchy and golden.
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon, adds subtle smokiness and color to the breading.
- Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon, punches up savory flavor in your crust.
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon, a must for bringing out all the best in your chicken.
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon, rounds out the overall seasoning.
- Vegetable oil: For frying, gets your chicken perfectly crisp without overpowering flavors.
- All-purpose flour (for biscuits): 2 cups, forms the tender, fluffy base of your biscuits.
- Baking powder: 1 tablespoon, helps your biscuits climb sky-high.
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon, works with buttermilk for even more lift.
- Salt (for biscuits): 1/2 teaspoon, to highlight the delicate flavors in each bite.
- Cold unsalted butter: 1/2 cup, cubed and cold for flaky layers in your biscuits.
- Cold buttermilk (for biscuits): 3/4 cup (plus more for brushing), brings moisture and gentle tang.
- Honey: 1/3 cup, for the golden sweet element in the signature drizzle.
- Hot sauce (for honey): 1-2 teaspoons, totally customizable for your favorite level of heat.
- Red pepper flakes (optional): A pinch, if you want to turn up the spicy kick even more.
How to Make Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
Start by giving your chicken its chance to soak up all the flavor. In a bowl, combine your chicken pieces with buttermilk and a touch of hot sauce. This mixture not only adds subtle tang but helps keep the chicken incredibly juicy while frying. Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. If you have time, let it go overnight for extra tenderness and depth of flavor.
Step 2: Make the Biscuits
As the chicken soaks, tackle the homemade biscuits. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Work in your cold, cubed butter until the mixture looks like rough breadcrumbs—cold butter is your secret to super-flaky biscuits! Stir in the cold buttermilk, handling the dough as little as possible. On a floured surface, gently pat the dough into a rectangle, fold it over on itself a few times for sky-high layers, and cut into rounds. Brush each with a little buttermilk before baking for a gorgeous golden shine. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until gloriously risen and golden brown.
Step 3: Fry the Chicken
Now, let’s get crispy. In a shallow dish, stir together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for your breading. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Lift each chicken piece from the marinade, dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour, and carefully lay it in the hot oil. Fry for 3–4 minutes per side, aiming for crisp, golden crust and juicy centers. Let the fried chicken drain on paper towels so each bite is wonderfully crunchy.
Step 4: Make the Hot Honey
This is the game-changer that makes Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits unforgettable. Gently warm your honey with the hot sauce (and red pepper flakes, if using) just until it loosens and takes on that alluring spicy aroma. Don’t boil it—just a gentle heat to infuse the flavors and make it perfectly pourable.
Step 5: Assemble and Enjoy
Time for the grand finale! Split your warm biscuits and layer on that piping-hot fried chicken. Generously drizzle with your homemade hot honey—the more, the better. Serve immediately while everything is at its irresistible, just-cooked best. Your kitchen will smell amazing, and your guests will be clamoring for seconds.
How to Serve Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits
Garnishes
Scatter a few fresh chives or parsley over the top to add a little pop of color and freshness. For those who love extra heat, a pinch of additional red pepper flakes or a light dusting of cracked black pepper looks (and tastes) fantastic on the honey-drizzled chicken. A thin drizzle of extra honey over the plate can also elevate the whole presentation.
Side Dishes
Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits are fabulous on their own, but they also complement creamy coleslaw, buttery grits, or tangy pickles for contrast and crunch. If you’re doing brunch, serve them with fresh fruit or a simple arugula salad for a lighter touch that balances all the buttery richness.
Creative Ways to Present
For crowd-pleasing finger food, make mini versions using smaller biscuit rounds and chicken strips—perfect for parties or a brunch buffet. Or you can stack and skewer each sandwich for a playful, vertical presentation. However you serve them, a little extra hot honey on the side for dunking never goes amiss!
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
If you find yourself with extra Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits, store the biscuits and chicken separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days. That way, you’ll keep the biscuits from getting soggy and the chicken stays nicely crisp around the edges.
Freezing
Both the cooked chicken and biscuits freeze well. Let them cool completely, then wrap tightly or seal in freezer-safe bags. They’ll keep for about a month in the freezer—perfect for satisfying a future craving without all the prep work. Thaw overnight in the fridge for best results.
Reheating
When you’re ready to enjoy again, reheat the chicken in an oven or air fryer at 350°F until heated through and the crust crisps back up—usually about 10 minutes. Warm the biscuits in a low oven for just a few minutes until soft and fluffy again. Drizzle with fresh hot honey right before serving for that signature flavor.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought biscuits for this recipe?
Absolutely! While homemade biscuits are hard to beat, store-bought biscuits work perfectly when you’re in a pinch. That way, you can still enjoy Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits with less prep time and just as much southern flair.
Is there a way to make this recipe spicier?
Yes! Amp up the heat by increasing the amount of hot sauce in your honey, adding extra red pepper flakes, or even mixing cayenne into your dredge. Tailor the spice level to suit your crowd—it’s easy to adjust and always delicious.
Can I prepare the chicken ahead of time?
You can absolutely marinate the chicken overnight in buttermilk and hot sauce for more flavor, then fry it just before serving. Fried chicken is always best fresh, but if pressed for time, you can gently reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to restore the crunch.
What can I do if I don’t have buttermilk?
Make an easy substitute by combining regular milk with a little lemon juice or white vinegar (about 1 tablespoon per cup). Let it sit for a few minutes until it thickens and curdles slightly. This trick will deliver that essential tangy flavor in both the chicken marinade and the biscuit dough.
Are Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits suitable for brunch?
They’re practically made for brunch! Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits shine on a brunch table alongside strong coffee, fresh fruit, and maybe even a mimosa or two. Their comforting, satisfying flavors will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking to serve up something totally unforgettable, give Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits a try. With their playful mix of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors nestled between fluffy homemade biscuits, you’ll have a new comfort classic on your hands. Gather your favorite people and dig in—this is true feel-good food meant to be shared!
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Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits Recipe
- Total Time: 50 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Description
Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits are a delightful Southern-inspired dish featuring crispy fried chicken nestled between flaky, buttery biscuits and drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 4 pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- vegetable oil for frying
Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup cold buttermilk, plus more for brushing
Hot Honey:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Combine chicken with buttermilk and hot sauce; marinate in the fridge.
- Prepare Biscuits: Mix dry ingredients, cut in butter, stir in buttermilk, shape, and bake.
- Fry Chicken: Dredge marinated chicken in seasoned flour, fry until crispy.
- Make Hot Honey: Warm honey with hot sauce and red pepper flakes.
- Assemble: Layer biscuits with fried chicken, drizzle with hot honey, and serve.
Notes
- You can use store-bought biscuits for a quicker version.
- For spicier honey, increase hot sauce or add cayenne.
- Leftover chicken can be reheated in an air fryer to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: Southern-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit sandwich
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
