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Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits

Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits: Ultimate Southern Comfort Food

Enjoy these Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits, a delightful blend of flaky biscuits and crispy fried chicken, drizzled with sweet-spicy honey.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 biscuits
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders boneless skinless can work in a pinch
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour opt for gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust if using table salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground offers the best taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic is a great substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be swapped
  • 1 large Egg mixed with water
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Canola or Peanut for frying
For the Biscuits
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for the best rise
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda combine with baking powder for optimal texture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt use the same as above
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter margarine can be used for dairy-free needs
  • 3/4 cup Buttermilk mix regular milk with vinegar for a substitute
For the Hot Honey Drizzle
  • 1/2 cup Honey can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar can use lemon juice as an alternative

Equipment

  • deep pot
  • mixing bowls
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • pastry cutter
  • small saucepan
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Fried Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 365-375°F. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Dredge each chicken tender in flour, dip into egg mixture, coat in flour again, and fry for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  2. Make the Buttermilk Biscuits: Preheat your oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk until a sticky dough forms. Turn out onto a floured surface, pat into shape, fold to create layers, and cut out biscuits. Bake for 15-17 minutes until golden.
  3. Prepare the Hot Honey Drizzle: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir occasionally for 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in apple cider vinegar, and let cool slightly.
  4. Assemble the Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits: Split the baked biscuits in half, place a fried chicken tender on the bottom half, drizzle with hot honey, top with the other half, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover chicken and biscuits separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Freeze unassembled components for up to 2 months. Reheat biscuits in the oven at 350°F for optimal texture.

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