Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken cubes, buttermilk, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator).
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Prepare the Chicken Coating: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Dredge the Chicken: Remove chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing to coat completely.
Fry the Chicken: Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully add the chicken in a single layer (do not overcrowd). Fry for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
Vegetable oil
Make the Biscuits: Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cut in the Butter: Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
Add Buttermilk: Gradually add the buttermilk, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
3/4 cup buttermilk
Shape and Bake: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Fold the dough in half and pat down again. Repeat the folding process 2-3 times to create layers. Cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter or knife.
Bake the Biscuits: Place biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with buttermilk (optional). Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter (optional).
3/4 cup buttermilk, Melted butter
Assemble: Drizzle the fried chicken with hot honey. Slice the warm biscuits in half and place chicken on the bottom half. Top with the other half of the biscuit. Serve immediately and enjoy your Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits!
1/2 cup hot honey
