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Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich is packed with flavor because of the juicy buttermilk-fried chicken, the sweet heat drizzle, toasted brioche with pickles and creamy slaw. Ready in 15 minutes and all you need is simple ingredients.

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This Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich hits the spot for a delicious dinner idea. Each bite is packed with the fried chicken, cool coleslaw and pickles for a sandwich that my entire family loves.

Sweet, spicy, sticky, and gloriously crunchy, this hot honey chicken sandwich is guaranteed to steal the show at your next weeknight dinner or game-day feast. If you love the spicy flavors of this chicken, then you must try Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza!

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Why You’ll Love Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich!

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You’ll love this hot honey chicken sandwich because it nails the perfect sweet spicy savory balance in every bite! This chicken is ultra-juicy, crisp-crusted then drizzled with warm honey with the hint of cayenne pepper heat, stacked on a buttery toasted brioche with cool, crunchy slaw and tangy pickles for amazing flavor.

It’s weeknight friendly whether you fry, bake, or air-fry—and completely customizable! This is my kids favorite sandwich and love to dip each bite into Homemade Ranch Dressing for the perfect combination.

Ingredients

Overhead view of raw chicken breasts, flour, milk, hot sauce, honey, oil, butter, and various spices in small bowls—ingredients for a Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich—arranged on a white marble surface.
  • Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts – If you prefer dark meat, you can make with chicken thighs
  • Buttermilk – Helps to tenderize the meat
  • All-Purpose Flour – Feel free to use gluten free flour or cornstarch
  • Paprika – See Best Paprika Substitute
  • Garlic Powder – If you are out, see The Best Garlic Powder Substitute
  • Onion Powder – See Best Onion Powder Substitutes
  • Vegetable Oil – This is for frying the chicken. Feel free to use what you prefer. Peanut oil or Canola Oil is a great substitute.
  • Honey – You can swap with maple syrup if you prefer
  • Hot Sauce – We used store bought
  • Butter – We used unsalted butter
  • Cayenne Pepper – Adds a hint of spice
  • Assembly – Brioche buns, pickle slices, and coleslaw

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How to Make Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich

Two raw chicken breasts on a wooden cutting board with a meat tenderizer beside them, ready to be transformed into a delicious Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich, next to a white towel with an orange grid pattern on a white marble surface.

Step 1 – Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ½ inch. Soak in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes.

A white bowl filled with flour and assorted spices for Hot Honey Chicken sits on a marble surface next to a beige kitchen towel with orange lines. A whisk with a wooden handle rests inside the bowl, ready for your spicy chicken sandwich prep.

Step 2 – In a shallow bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and pepper.

A hand uses metal tongs to coat a raw chicken breast in a white flour mixture inside a bowl, prepping it for a crispy Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich. A beige and orange plaid towel rests nearby on the marble countertop.

Step 3 – Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off excess.

A hand holding metal tongs lowers a piece of breaded Hot Honey Chicken into a pot of hot oil with a cooking thermometer attached. A beige kitchen towel with an orange grid pattern rests nearby on a white surface.

Step 4 – Heat oil in a large skillet, Dutch Oven or deep fryer to 350°F. Fry chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towel cooling rack to remove excess oil.

A saucepan with butter, barbecue sauce, hot honey, and spices being mixed with a spatula, next to a beige and orange checkered dish towel on a white marble countertop.

Step 5 – For the hot honey sauce, combine honey, hot sauce, butter, and cayenne in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until butter is melted and sauce is well combined.

A gold baking sheet holds three pieces of crispy fried chicken, perfect for a Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich. A brush coats one piece with sauce. A beige and orange checked towel sits to the left on a white marble surface.

Step 6 – Brush each fried chicken piece generously with hot honey sauce while on a baking sheet.

Step 7 – Toast brioche buns lightly.

Step 8 – Place a piece of chicken on each bottom bun, top with pickles, mayo and coleslaw, then the top bun. Then the sandwiches are ready to serve and enjoy!

A hot honey chicken sandwich on a black plate, topped with coleslaw and pickle slices, served on a bun. The plate rests on a wooden board with another sandwich visible in the background.
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A crispy Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich topped with coleslaw and sliced pickles is served on a black plate, with another sandwich bun visible in the background.

Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich

5 from 1 vote
Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich is packed with flavor because of the juicy buttermilk-fried chicken, the sweet heat drizzle, toasted brioche with pickles and creamy slaw. Ready in 15 minutes and all you need is simple ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 1350
Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

Chicken:

Hot honey sauce:

Assembly:

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Instructions

  • Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ½ inch. Soak in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes.
  • In a shallow dish, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F.
  • Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
  • Fry chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
  • For the hot honey sauce, combine honey, hot sauce, butter, and cayenne in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until butter is melted and sauce is well combined.
  • Brush each fried chicken piece generously with hot honey sauce.
  • Toast brioche buns lightly.
  • Assemble sandwiches: Place a piece of chicken on each bottom bun, top with pickles and coleslaw, then the top bun. Then the sandwiches are ready to serve and enjoy!

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Recipe Notes

Pounding the chicken helps it cook evenly and makes sure it fits nicely on the bun. Keeping the oil at 350°F is key to getting crispy chicken without it being greasy. Try using a thermometer if you can.
These sandwiches are best served fresh but you can refrigerate the leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Reheat in oil to make the chicken crispy again when enjoying the leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 1350kcal, Carbohydrates 116g, Protein 41g, Fat 82g, Saturated Fat 23g, Polyunsaturated Fat 32g, Monounsaturated Fat 15g, Trans Fat 0.5g, Cholesterol 230mg, Sodium 1475mg, Potassium 687mg, Fiber 3g, Sugar 39g, Vitamin A 1909IU, Vitamin C 13mg, Calcium 156mg, Iron 4mg

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Recipe Tips

  • Preparing Chicken – Pounding the chicken helps it cook evenly and makes sure it fits nicely on the bun.
  • Oil – Keeping the oil at 350°F is key to getting crispy chicken without it being greasy. Try using a thermometer if you can.
  • Cooking Chicken – Cooking time will vary depending on how thick your chicken is. We recommend using a meat thermometer to ensure your chicken cooks to an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

Variations

  • Cheese – Add your favorite slice cheese for amazing flavor! We recommend pepper jack cheese, colby jack cheese or gruyere cheese.
  • Add Bacon – Bacon makes everything taste better! Make Air Fryer Bacon or Air Fryer Turkey Bacon for an easy addition to this fried chicken sandwich.
  • Grilled Chicken – This recipe can even made with a grilled chicken sandwich. Then finish with hot honey for a leaner but still bold sandwich.
A Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich on a bun with coleslaw and pickle slices, served on a black plate. In the background are two plain buns and a bowl of coleslaw.

Serving Recommendations

This Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich is delicious served with light Side Dishes. These are some of our favorites.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich Spicy?

Yes, this chicken sandwich has a spicy flavor but it isn’t too as this recipe is kid approved. Feel free to adjust the amount of hot sauce and cayenne pepper that you add to the honey mixture.

How to Store Leftover Chicken Sandwich

These sandwiches are best served fresh but you can refrigerate the leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in oil to make the chicken crispy again when enjoying the leftovers.

Can I Freeze?

Yes, you can fry the chicken pieces and then place in a freezer safe container for up to 2 months. When ready to serve, thaw in the fridge overnight. Then reheat and brush with the hot honey sauce.

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Hi, I’m Carrie Barnard — a professional food blogger with over 14 years of experience helping busy families make dinner fast, easy, and affordable.

At Eating on a Dime, I share simple, budget-friendly recipes that are tested in my own kitchen and approved by my 8 kids. With millions of readers each month, I’m here to help you cook real food for real families — without the stress.

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  1. Casey says:

    5 stars
    Loved this Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich! This is my favorite item on a restaurant menu and now I can easily make it at home with this easy recipe.

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