Best 4 Buttermilk Fried Chicken With Spicy Honey Drizzle Recipes

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Indulge in the crispy delight of buttermilk fried chicken, perfectly complemented by a tantalizing spicy honey drizzle. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving more. The buttermilk marinade infuses the chicken with a juicy tenderness, while the crispy coating adds a satisfying crunch. Drizzle the chicken with the spicy honey sauce for a sweet and spicy kick that elevates the dish to new heights. This recipe also includes variations for a classic honey drizzle and a tangy honey mustard sauce, offering a range of flavors to suit your preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will make your taste buds dance with joy!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PICKLE BRINED FRIED CHICKEN WITH HOT HONEY SAUCE



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons pickling spices
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus a pinch for seasoning
2 pounds chicken drumsticks
2 pounds chicken thighs
Canola oil, for frying
2 cups buttermilk
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon dried dill
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
Hot Honey Sauce, recipe follows
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar, vinegar, pickling spices, bay leaf, 1/4 cup salt and 2 cups cold water in a large pot and bring to a boil, stirring, until the salt and sugar dissolve. Fill a large bowl halfway with ice. Remove the brine from the heat and pour it over the ice to cool to room temperature. Add the chicken skin-side down, being sure to keep the chicken submerged. If the chicken is not completely covered in brine, add more cold water. Cover the pot and let sit for at least 1 hour at room temperature or refrigerate up to overnight.
  • When you're ready to fry the chicken, pour enough oil into a large Dutch oven to reach about a third of the way up the side and deep enough to submerge the chicken. Heat the oil to 350 degrees F. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F and line 2 rimmed baking sheets with wire racks.
  • Remove the chicken from the brine and place in a large bowl with the buttermilk. Put the flour in a large paper bag. Season the flour with the dill, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and remaining tablespoon salt. A few pieces at a time, transfer the chicken to the bag with the flour and shake well to coat. Place the coated chicken on the wire rack-lined cookie sheet.
  • Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and the internal temperature measures 165 degrees F, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Remove to another wire rack-lined baking sheet and transfer to the oven while you cook the rest of the chicken. Let cool slightly before serving with the Hot Honey Sauce.
  • Stir together the honey, butter, hot sauce, paprika and cayenne in a small saucepot over medium heat. Heat and stir until smooth and all ingredients are combined.

GRILLED RED CHILE BUTTERMILK CHICKEN WITH SPICY MANGO HONEY GLAZE



Grilled Red Chile Buttermilk Chicken with Spicy Mango Honey Glaze image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 tablespoons canola oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 small Spanish onion, chopped
3 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup pineapple juice
3 to 4 tablespoons clover honey
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chile de arbol powder (depending on how spicy you like it)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon cascabel chile powder
1 tablespoon New Mexican chile powder
1/2 teaspoon chile de arbol powder or cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 bone-in chicken breasts, skin on (about 8 ounces each)
4 chicken thighs, skin on
4 chicken drumsticks, skin on
1/4 cup canola oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the mango honey glaze: Heat the oil in a large high-sided saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onions cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the mangoes and cook until soft and juicy, stirring occasionally. Add the wine, orange and pineapple juices, 3 tablespoons honey and the chile de arbol and cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer to a blender and carefully blend until smooth, about 2 minutes. Strain into a bowl, season with salt and pepper and more honey if needed. The mixture should be a thick puree. If too thick, thin with a touch of water. Let cool to room temperature before serving.
  • For the chicken: Whisk together the buttermilk, chile powders, coriander, granulated garlic, onion powder, paprika and cinnamon in a large baking dish. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours, turning a few times.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Place the chicken on a baking rack set over a baking sheet, return to the refrigerator and let sit, uncovered, for at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling. Heat the grill for indirect grilling.
  • Brush the chicken on both sides with the oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on the grill directly over the heat and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Flip the chicken over and continue grilling until the bottom is golden brown. Move to the cooler side of the grill, close the cover and continue grilling until cooked through, about 15 minutes longer. During the last few minutes, brush with some of the mango honey glaze. Remove to a platter and drizzle with more of the glaze.

BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN WITH SPICY HONEY DRIZZLE



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We just love the crispiness of this buttermilk fried chicken recipe. Soaking the chicken in buttermilk tenderizes the meat and makes the final outcome very moist. Frying in a cast iron skillet is just like how grandma used to make it. The spicy honey drizzle on top is the perfect complement to the savory chicken. Serve with...

Provided by Mary Lundschen

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 fryer cut up or your favorite chicken pieces, bone in (about 4 lbs.)
2 c buttermilk
2 c all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cayenne
2 tsp dry mustard
1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 Tbsp paprika
2 c Crisco oil - fill 10 inch to 12 inch skillet about 1/2 inch deep

Steps:

  • 1. Remove skin.
  • 2. Rinse and pat dry. Salt & pepper pieces.
  • 3. Add flour to a plastic bag along with the salt, cayenne, dry mustard, garlic powder, and paprika. Dip pieces of chicken, one at a time, into flour.
  • 4. Shake bag to coat chicken.
  • 5. Pour buttermilk into a pie plate. Remove chicken from the flour and dip pieces in the buttermilk.
  • 6. Then back into the flour and shake bag to coat.
  • 7. Remove chicken from bag, shaking off excess flour.
  • 8. Put on a plate or wire rack. You can cover and refrigerate for an hour or overnight, but not necessary.
  • 9. When the oil is hot place chicken pieces in the skillet, but do not crowd. Oil should be hot but not smoking. Fry chicken at least 12 minutes per SIDE. It will depend on how large the pieces are and dark meat takes longer than the white meat. If the oil is too hot it will burn the outside and not cook the inside.
  • 10. When the chicken is fried, drain on paper towels.
  • 11. Put in an ovenproof dish and cover with foil. Place in a 250 degree oven to keep warm and also it will keep cooking.
  • 12. Yummy drizzle for chicken. Add a few drops of hot sauce in 1/2 cup honey.
  • 13. Warm in the microwave.
  • 14. Lightly drizzle over pieces of chicken. Finger-lickin' good.

SPICY BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN



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A seasoned buttermilk marinade helps keep chicken moist in this traditional fried chicken recipe that brings the spice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups nonfat buttermilk
1/4 cup plus 5 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup Tabasco Sauce (optional)
2 two- to three-pound chickens, each cut into 8 pieces for frying
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 pounds vegetable shortening
6 tablespoons bacon drippings (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine buttermilk, 1/4 cup salt, and Tabasco sauce, if using, in a bowl. Transfer to a large, airtight container. Add chicken pieces, turning to coat in the liquid. Cover, and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 200 degrees. Combine flour, remaining 5 teaspoons salt, black and cayenne peppers, and baking powder.
  • Place dredging mixture in a large brown paper bag. Shake vigorously. One at a time, place chicken pieces in the bag, and shake to coat. Place coated pieces on a clean plate or tray. Heat vegetable shortening (and bacon drippings, if using) in two 10-inch cast-iron skillets over medium-low heat. Using a frying thermometer to measure temperature, bring shortening to 375 degrees; it should be at a medium, not a rolling, boil. Use tongs to place thighs and drumsticks in skillets. Fry until coating is dark golden on bottom, 10 to 14 minutes; then, using tongs, turn chicken over. Cook until coating is dark golden, another 10 to 14 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into a thigh should register 170 degrees. Drain on brown paper bags or several layered paper towels. Transfer cooked pieces to baking sheets, and place in the oven to keep warm while frying remaining chicken. Using a slotted spoon, remove any bits of coating left in skillets, and discard. Place breasts and wings in skillets. Cook 10 to 14 minutes on each side. Drain on brown paper bags. Remove dark meat from oven, and serve.

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken is evenly cooked, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • For a crispier coating, double-coat the chicken in the flour mixture. This will help to create a thicker crust.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • For a spicier honey drizzle, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the honey.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or french fries.

Conclusion:

This buttermilk fried chicken with spicy honey drizzle is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the spicy honey drizzle adds a touch of heat and sweetness. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend party.

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