How to Make the Perfect Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit Sliders
Southern American · Medium · 50 min · 6 servings
Crispy fried chicken thighs nestled in fluffy homemade biscuits and drizzled with fiery hot honey. These sliders balance sweet heat and buttery richness in every single bite.
Why this recipe works
This Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit Sliders recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 50 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 520 calories with 28g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 10 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 6 small boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1.5 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 6 whole store bought or homemade buttermilk biscuits
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Marinate the chicken
Place chicken thighs in a bowl and pour buttermilk over them ensuring every piece is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight. The buttermilk tenderizes the chicken and helps the breading adhere perfectly.
Step 2: Make the hot honey
Combine honey and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over low heat. Warm gently for 5 minutes stirring occasionally until the honey is infused with heat. Do not let it boil. Set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3: Bread the chicken
Mix flour with cayenne pepper garlic powder smoked paprika and 1 teaspoon salt in a shallow dish. Remove each chicken thigh from the buttermilk letting excess drip off then dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour pressing firmly so the coating adheres on all sides.
Step 4: Fry the chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet to 350 degrees F. Fry the breaded chicken thighs in batches for 5 to 6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F and the crust is deep golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to drain and rest.
Step 5: Assemble the sliders
Split each biscuit in half. Place a fried chicken thigh on the bottom half of each biscuit. Drizzle a generous amount of warm hot honey directly over the chicken. Add the biscuit top and serve immediately while the chicken is still crispy.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- chicken thighs → chicken breast cutlets pounded thin for faster cooking
- buttermilk → whole milk mixed with 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- vegetable oil → peanut oil for a higher smoke point and cleaner fry
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not pressing the flour breading firmly enough onto the chicken causing it to fall off during frying
- Frying at too low a temperature which results in greasy soggy chicken instead of a crispy crust
- Assembling the sliders too far in advance so the biscuit becomes soggy from the hot honey
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 520 calories, 28g protein, 48g carbs, 24g fat, 2g fiber.
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