Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Amy Ruth's in New York, this recipe delivers crispy, oven-baked chicken with a sweet and spicy cinnamon honey glaze. Skip the deep fryer and achieve that delicious Southern fried chicken flavor without the guilt! This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 1080.3 kcal

Protein 136g

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Ingredients for Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken

chicken pieces
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon (divided)
½ teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
2 large eggs
½ cup milk
Breadcrumbs
cooking spray (for roasting pan and chicken pieces)
2 tablespoons oil (optional)
4 tablespoons butter
¼ cup honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice

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How to Make Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly spray a large roasting pan with cooking spray.
In a shallow dish, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon turmeric, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg.
Coat chicken pieces thoroughly in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.
In a separate shallow dish, whisk together 2 large eggs and ½ cup milk.
Dredge the flour-coated chicken pieces in the egg mixture, then coat again with the flour mixture.
Arrange chicken pieces skin-side up in the prepared roasting pan, leaving space between each piece for even browning.
Lightly spray chicken pieces with cooking oil spray or drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil.
Bake for 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Stir in ¼ cup honey, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Cook until warmed through and slightly thickened.
After 25 minutes of baking, pour the honey-butter mixture evenly over the chicken pieces.
Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

66 g

Sugar

142g

Fat

113g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken?

Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken?

Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken has approximately 1080.3 calories per serving, with about 136 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 99 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken?

The key ingredients for Oven Fried Southern Style Cinnamon Honey Chicken are Chicken, Flour, Salt, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.