Difficulty Hard
Cook Time 1 hr+
Heat Spicy 🔥
Components 5 components
The trendy hot honey sandwich elevated with homemade flair. Crispy fried chicken breast is drizzled with warm, spicy homemade hot honey infused with butter and heat. A fresh citrus-forward slaw, a sweet-spicy honey-bacon jam, and a smooth goat cheese spread create layers of flavor. Finished with crispy bacon, pickled red onions, and fresh herbs for a balanced, sophisticated take on the viral sensation.
✨ AI Summary Step-by-Step Cooking Guide Ingredients Chicken & Batter 6-8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts2 quarts (for heating) beef tallow or lard for frying1/2 cup buttermilk1 large egg1 tablespoon Frank's RedHot sauce (for wet batter)1/4 cup all-purpose flour (dry batter)1/4 cup potato starch (dry batter)1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepperWhipped Honey Butter 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened1/2 tablespoon honey1/4 teaspoon sea salt flakesHot Honey Slaw 1/2 cup shredded green cabbage1/4 cup fresh arugula2 tablespoons shredded carrots2 tablespoons thinly sliced red onions1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 teaspoon Mike's Hot Honey1 teaspoon apple cider vinegarpinch saltpinch black pepperHot Honey Bacon Jam 4 strips thick-cut bacon, diced1/4 cup yellow onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons Mike's Hot Honey1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperpinch saltHot Honey Goat Cheese Spread 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened1 ounce fresh goat cheese1 tablespoon Mike's Hot Honey1/4 teaspoon garlic powderpinch saltToppings & Assembly 1 yellow potato bun or brioche bun, split Whipped Honey Butter (on bun) Mike's Hot Honey (generous drizzle over chicken) Hot Honey Slaw Hot Honey Bacon Jam Hot Honey Goat Cheese Spread (on bottom bun) Candied Pork Belly Candied jalapeños Fried onion rings Crispy bacon Directions 1 Pound the chicken breast to an even 3/4-inch thickness. 2 In a shallow bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and 1 tablespoon hot sauce or Frank's RedHot sauce. 3 In another shallow bowl, combine flour, potato starch, chicken bouillon powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. 4 Submerge the chicken in the wet batter for at least 15 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the fridge). 5 Heat beef tallow or lard to 350°F in a deep pot or cast iron skillet. 6 Remove chicken from wet batter, letting excess drip off. Dredge thoroughly in the dry batter, pressing to adhere. For extra crunch, dip back in wet batter and dredge again. 7 Fry for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. 8 Rest on a wire rack for 2 minutes. 9 In a small bowl, combine softened butter and honey. 10 Whip together with a fork until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes. 11 Season with a pinch of salt. 12 Spread on the toasted bun halves immediately before assembly. 13 In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and red onions. 14 In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, and hot sauce. 15 Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly. 16 Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. 17 In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. 18 Remove half the bacon fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan. 19 Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. 20 Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. 21 Stir in honey and hot sauce (or hot honey). 22 Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and jammy. 23 Season with salt. Let cool slightly — it will thicken as it cools. 24 In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese and fresh goat cheese. 25 Mix until smooth and well blended, about 1-2 minutes. 26 Stir in hot honey and a pinch of cayenne pepper. 27 Season with salt and pepper. Spread on the bottom bun before assembling. 28 Butter both halves of the bun and toast on a griddle or skillet until golden, about 2 minutes. 29 Spread Whipped Honey Butter on both toasted bun halves. 30 Spread Hot Honey Goat Cheese Spread on the bottom bun. 31 Place the fried chicken on top. 32 Drizzle generously with Mike's Hot Honey (or homemade hot honey). 33 Pile on Hot Honey Slaw. 34 Add crispy bacon strips and pickled red onions. 35 Place the top bun and serve immediately while the chicken and honey are still warm.
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