Follow these easy steps to create your Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Make sure to line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

2. Prepare the Chicken: If you’re using chicken thighs, trim any excess fat and cut them into bite-sized pieces.

3. Set Up Breading Stations: In one bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk. In another bowl, mix the flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.

4. Coat the Chicken: Dip each piece of chicken into the buttermilk mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Ensure they are well covered for maximum crunch.

5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each piece.

6. Spray with Cooking Spray: Lightly spray the chicken pieces with cooking spray or drizzle a bit of olive oil to promote browning.

7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

8. Add Hot Honey: Once cooked, remove from the oven and drizzle the hot honey over the top of the chicken while it’s still hot.

9. Let it Rest: Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes to let the honey soak in.