What to do with hot honey chicken?

Hot honey chicken is incredibly versatile. You can serve it over salads (like this honey hot chicken salad), stuff it into wraps or sliders, or pair it with waffles for a bold take on chicken and waffles. It also works well with rice bowls, roasted veggies, or tossed into pasta for a sweet-spicy twist. The key is using it as the flavor highlight—it brings excitement to even the simplest base ingredients.

What exactly is hot honey chicken?

Hot honey chicken is chicken—usually baked, grilled, or fried—coated in a glaze made of honey and hot sauce. This glaze blends sweetness with heat, creating a rich, spicy-sweet flavor profile. It’s become a trend for a reason: it’s bold, addictive, and completely customizable. Whether it’s served on a sandwich, in a salad, or as a finger food, hot honey chicken delivers big taste in every bite.

What are the ingredients for honey chicken?

At its core, honey chicken combines chicken (often breast or thighs) with a sweet glaze made primarily from honey and sometimes soy sauce or garlic. In the case of honey hot chicken , the honey is mixed with a hot sauce like buffalo, cayenne, or sriracha for added heat. The chicken is typically cooked until tender and then coated with the glaze, allowing the flavor to soak in.

What can you have with honey chicken?

Honey chicken pairs well with a range of sides. You can serve it over greens (like in this honey hot chicken salad), with mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, or even cornbread. Want to elevate it further? Try it alongside grilled peaches, coleslaw, or a tangy pickled slaw to contrast the sweetness. The goal is balance—pair sweet-spicy chicken with something creamy, crunchy, or fresh.

Honey Hot Chicken Salad: Bold, Spicy & Irresistibly Sweet

Description

Honey hot chicken salad is the perfect spicy-sweet protein-packed meal. Learn how to make this bold, flavorful favorite in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1/4 cup honey garlic sauce
1/4 cup hot sauce (buffalo-style or plain)
2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped and rinsed
3 to 6 tablespoons ranch dressing or preferred salad dressing
1/2 medium red onion, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1/2 large cucumber, diced
Shredded cheese (optional)

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken with honey garlic sauce and hot sauce. Toss until evenly coated.
In a separate large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with your choice of dressing.
Divide the dressed lettuce between two serving plates or bowls.
Top each salad with red onion, bell pepper, cucumber, shredded cheese if using, and the honey hot chicken.
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Protein-Packed Salads
Method: Tossed
Cuisine: American