Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits

Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits are the ultimate comfort food combo—crispy fried chicken, fluffy homemade biscuits, and a drizzle of sweet-spicy hot honey that ties everything together. This dish brings Southern charm with a kick, and I love how every bite is packed with bold flavor and satisfying texture.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how this recipe blends the sweet heat of hot honey with the savory crunch of fried chicken, all sandwiched between warm, buttery biscuits. It’s perfect for brunch, game day, or a hearty weekend meal. Plus, it’s totally customizable—I can make it as mild or fiery as I like. Whether I serve them as sliders or full-size sandwiches, these biscuits never fail to impress.

ingredients

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For the Chicken:

• Boneless chicken thighs or breasts

• Buttermilk

• Hot sauce

• All-purpose flour

• Cornstarch

• Garlic powder

• Onion powder

• Paprika

• Salt

• Black pepper

• Oil for frying

For the Biscuits:

• All-purpose flour

• Baking powder

• Baking soda

• Salt

• Unsalted butter, cold and cubed

• Buttermilk

For the Hot Honey:

• Honey

• Red pepper flakes

• Hot sauce (optional for extra heat)

directions

1. I start by marinating the chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 1 hour, or overnight if I have time.

2. While the chicken marinates, I preheat my oven and make the biscuits. I whisk the dry ingredients, cut in the cold butter, and stir in the buttermilk to form a soft dough.

3. I roll the dough out, fold it a few times for flaky layers, and cut into rounds before baking until golden.

4. For the chicken, I mix flour, cornstarch, and spices in a bowl. I dredge the marinated chicken in the dry mix, pressing to coat well.

5. I fry the chicken in hot oil until crispy and golden, then drain on a rack.

6. For the hot honey, I gently warm honey with red pepper flakes (and a dash of hot sauce if I want it spicier).

7. I assemble the biscuits by splitting them, adding the hot, crispy chicken, and drizzling generously with hot honey.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes 6 to 8 sandwiches. It takes about 20 minutes to prep, 1 hour to marinate, 20 minutes to bake the biscuits, and 15–20 minutes to fry the chicken. From start to finish, I usually plan for around 2 hours total if I marinate in advance.

Variations

Sometimes I add pickles or a smear of spicy mayo to the sandwiches for extra tang and flavor. I’ve also made a version with maple syrup mixed into the hot honey for a sweeter profile. If I want to keep it lighter, I use oven-baked or air-fried chicken. And when I’m in a hurry, I use store-bought biscuits and focus on just frying the chicken and making the hot honey.

storage/reheating

I store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for 5 days. The fried chicken keeps best in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, I use the oven or air fryer to keep the chicken crispy and warm the biscuits briefly before serving. I keep the hot honey in a jar at room temperature and rewarm it gently when needed.

FAQs

Can I make this with chicken tenders?

Yes, I often use tenders for quicker cooking and smaller portions. They fry up fast and are perfect for sliders.

What’s the secret to flaky biscuits?

Cold butter and not overworking the dough. I handle it gently and keep everything as cold as possible until baking.

How spicy is the hot honey?

It’s as spicy as I want it to be. I start with red pepper flakes and adjust with more flakes or hot sauce to reach my preferred heat level.

Can I bake the chicken instead of frying?

Absolutely. I coat the chicken in the same flour mix, spray lightly with oil, and bake at 425°F until golden and cooked through, or use an air fryer for crispier results.

Can I make any parts of this recipe ahead?

Yes, I make the biscuits and hot honey ahead of time. The chicken can marinate overnight, and even the fried pieces can be reheated in the oven without losing too much crispiness.

Conclusion

Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits are everything I want in a comfort food dish—crispy, fluffy, spicy, and sweet. Whether I’m making a casual brunch or a weekend indulgence, this recipe brings big flavor and big smiles to the table. Once I’ve had that first bite, it’s hard to stop at just one.