Description
These Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits are the ultimate Southern-inspired brunch sandwich—crispy fried chicken tucked inside buttery, flaky biscuits and finished with a drizzle of sweet-spicy hot honey. Juicy, crunchy, and irresistibly sticky, this recipe combines comfort and indulgence in every bite. Whether you make everything from scratch or use shortcuts, it’s the perfect weekend treat that tastes like a fancy café brunch right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1 cup buttermilk (for marinating)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Biscuits:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
6 tbsp cold butter, cubed
¾ cup buttermilk
(or use store-bought biscuits to save time!)
For the Hot Honey:
½ cup honey
1–2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a bowl with buttermilk and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
Bread and Fry: In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the flour mixture until coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Make the Biscuits: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Mix dry ingredients, cut in cold butter until crumbly, then add buttermilk. Roll out dough, cut biscuits, and bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.
Prepare the Hot Honey: Warm honey gently over low heat. Stir in red pepper flakes, vinegar, and salt. Let it steep for a few minutes, then remove from heat.
Assemble: Slice warm biscuits in half, add a crispy chicken piece, and drizzle generously with hot honey. Serve immediately.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for extra tenderness.
Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature at 350°F for the perfect fry.
For added heat, include cayenne in the flour mix or more chili flakes in the honey.
The hot honey is versatile—try it on pizza, veggies, or breakfast sandwiches.
Store leftover components separately to keep the chicken crispy and biscuits fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Brunch, Main Course, Sandwich
- Method: Pan-fried and baked
- Cuisine: Southern American