These sandwiches are so awesome! Sorry, I know I’m not to say that myself, but look at them! Crispy fried chicken meets flaky biscuits and gets drizzled with honey? What? Crispy, buttery, sweet, and substantial enough to power you through the morning without requiring you to actually be functional while making them. Double-what?
The beauty here is the prep-ahead factor. Fry the chicken the night before, bake the biscuits while half-asleep, and assemble everything in minutes. The chicken reheats in the oven and stays crispy enough that you won’t miss the fresh-fried version. Split a warm biscuit, add the chicken, drizzle with honey, and you’re done. Amazing.
We rotate toppings based on what needs to be cleared out of the fridge. Sometimes it’s whatever cheese is hanging around, sometimes hot sauce gets mixed into the honey, sometimes avocado makes an appearance (which turns the whole thing into a slippery mess, but some people are into that). The base recipe holds up to whatever you throw at it. 
How to Make Fried Chicken, Bacon and Hot Honey Biscuits
1. Prepare the Chicken:
Place the chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness.
Cut into 4 equal pieces.
In a bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
In another bowl, combine rice flour, all-purpose flour, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture. Repeat for a double coating.
2. Fry the Chicken:
Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Fry the chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
3. Cook the Bacon and Eggs:
In a separate skillet, cook bacon slices until crispy. Set aside.
Fry eggs to your desired doneness.
4. Prepare the Hot Honey Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix honey and hot chili oil until well combined.
5. Assemble the Biscuits:
Split the biscuits in half.
Place a piece of fried chicken on the bottom half of each biscuit.
Drizzle with hot honey sauce.
Top with a slice of bacon and a fried egg.
Cover with the top half of the biscuit.
Notes
Biscuits: Use your favorite biscuit recipe or store-bought biscuits for convenience.
Spice Level: Adjust the amount of chili oil in the honey sauce to control the heat.
Serving Suggestion: Serve immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.
Breakfast Biscuit: FAQ
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
A: Yes, boneless, skinless chicken thighs can be used..
Q: How can I make the biscuits from scratch?
A: Combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 cup cold butter, and 3/4 cup milk. Mix until just combined, roll out, cut, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes.
Q: Is there a substitute for hot chili oil?
A: You can use red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce mixed into the honey as an alternative.
Q: Can I bake the chicken instead of frying?
A: Yes, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Store components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before assembling.
Fried Chicken, Bacon and Hot Honey Biscuits
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
Crispy chicken, bacon, and eggs nestled in fluffy biscuits, drizzled with sweet and spicy hot honey. Perfect for brunch or a fun weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) (225 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 cups (60 g) rice flour
- 1/4 cups (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cups (60 ml) milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cups (120 ml) canola oil
- 4 biscuits
- 4 slices bacon
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cups (60 ml) honey
- 1 tsp hot chili oil
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Place the chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness. Cut into 4 equal pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
- In another bowl, combine rice flour, all-purpose flour, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture. Repeat for a double coating.
Fry the Chicken
- Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Cook the Bacon and Eggs
- In a separate skillet, cook bacon slices until crispy. Set aside.
- Fry eggs to your desired doneness.
Prepare the Hot Honey Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix honey and hot chili oil until well combined.
Assemble the Biscuits
- Split the biscuits in half.
- Place a piece of fried chicken on the bottom half of each biscuit.
- Drizzle with hot honey sauce.
- Top with a slice of bacon and a fried egg.
- Cover with the top half of the biscuit.
Notes
- For extra crispy chicken, ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken; the chicken should sizzle immediately upon contact.
- To make these ahead, prepare the chicken and bacon separately and store in the refrigerator. Assemble the biscuits just before serving.
- If you don’t have hot chili oil, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the honey for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit sandwich
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 200
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of flour should I use for the chicken coating?
For the chicken coating, you should use a combination of rice flour and all-purpose flour, which helps achieve a crispy texture.
How do I keep the fried chicken crispy if I make it the night before?
To keep the fried chicken crispy after making it the night before, reheat it in the oven rather than the microwave, which helps maintain its texture.
Can I modify the hot honey drizzle with other ingredients?
Yes, you can mix in hot sauce with the honey or experiment with different toppings like cheese or avocado based on what you have available.
best brunch sandwich I’ve made in YEARS. obsessed.
These are so so good. Made the chicken the day before and just reheated. Perfect, loved it!!
This is so decadent, love these. I just did them with English muffins and it was spectacular.
Chicken turned out perfect, didn’t prepare the day before so it was ultra crispy. Very good recipe, thanks a lot!
Have made this five times the past three months, and my family loves it every time. I just run with store bought biscuits and it is great, but I feel like I need to find a great recipe for baking the biscuits myself.