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Hot honey chicken biscuits served on a plate, showcasing a delicious blend of flavors.

Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits

These hot honey chicken biscuits combine flaky, buttery biscuits with crispy chicken strips, drizzled in a sweet and spicy honey sauce. Perfect for brunch or casual dinners.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Brunch, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the biscuits
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk whole milk gives best richness, but 2% works fine
For the chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1 cup buttermilk for marinating (see note below for substitute)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying such as vegetable or canola oil
For the honey sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce adjusted to your heat preference

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl combine 2 cups flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add the cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in the milk and stir just until the dough comes together. Do not overwork.
  5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll or pat it to about 3/4 inch thickness.
  6. Cut rounds with a biscuit cutter or a glass. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the tops are golden. Remove and keep warm.
  8. Meanwhile, place chicken strips in a bowl and pour over 1 cup buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  9. In a shallow dish mix 1 cup flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. Season to taste.
Cooking
  1. Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat until it registers about 350°F.
  2. Dredge each marinated chicken strip in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
  3. Fry in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel to drain.
Finishing
  1. Warm the honey in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce and taste. Keep warm.
  2. Split biscuits, place a chicken strip inside, and drizzle generous hot honey over the top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

For a quick buttermilk substitute, add 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup milk and let sit 5 minutes. If you prefer a richer biscuit, swap half the milk for buttermilk.

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