Chili’s Honey Chipotle Chicken Crispers
Recipe: https://recipestripper.com/recipes/b6043501-d7dc-4ea8-9da3-3f7c4370121e
Original source: https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46694/copycat-chilis-honey-chipotle-chicken-crispers/?epik=dj0yJnU9MUFHWnlTdVFvc3JtUE1DSmM2UmUybzBnRzRSMzJpT18mcD0wJm49RXBFcXZTcjNhUURaNlU1YXFJOEgzdyZ0PUFBQUFBR3JROU1B

Our take on Chili's honey chipotle chicken crispers is irresistibly flavorful and perfect for when you’re in the mood for quick, casual dining at home.
Yield: 6 - 8 serving(s)
Prep time: PT25M
Cook time: PT0S
Total time: PT50M

Ingredients
- 1/2 c. honey
- 1/3 c. chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
- 2 tbsp. ketchup
- 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1" strips
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 c. (180 g.) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 c. cornstarch
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 c. buttermilk
- 2 c. vegetable oil
- Fries and ranch dressing, for serving (optional)

Instructions
1. [Honey-Chipotle Sauce] In a blender, blend honey, chiles, ketchup, vinegar, and 1/4 cup water until smooth and bright red.
2. [Honey-Chipotle Sauce] Transfer sauce to a small pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook, whisking occasionally, until reduced by one-third, 2 to 3 minutes. Let cool.
3. [Crispy Chicken] Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Lightly dredge chicken in flour. Transfer to a wire rack set in a baking sheet and let rest 5 minutes.
4. [Crispy Chicken] Meanwhile, add cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, and paprika to remaining flour; season with salt and pepper and whisk until combined. Into a second shallow bowl, pour buttermilk. Add 1 tablespoon flour mixture to buttermilk and whisk until combined.
5. [Crispy Chicken] Dip chicken into buttermilk mixture, then dredge in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
6. [Crispy Chicken] In a large, high-sided skillet fitted with a deep-fry thermometer, over medium-high heat, heat oil until thermometer registers 350°.
7. [Crispy Chicken] Working in batches, fry chicken, turning halfway through, until golden brown and a crispy crust forms, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Return chicken to wire rack.
8. [Crispy Chicken] In a large bowl, toss chicken with sauce until coated. Divide chicken among plates or transfer to a platter. Serve with fries and ranch dressing alongside (if using).