Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray the foil lightly with nonstick spray.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup raw honey and 2 teaspoons warm water until combined. Remove and reserve 1/4 of this honey mixture in a small bowl; leave the remaining honey mixture in the medium bowl.
• In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; stir to mix evenly.
• Add the 1-inch chicken breast cubes to the bowl with the larger portion of the honey mixture and toss until each piece is coated on all sides.
• Working in batches if needed, press each honey-coated chicken piece into the panko-spice mixture so it is evenly coated; shake off any excess and arrange the pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet with space between them.
• Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, then turn each piece and return to the oven. Continue baking until the chicken is golden, crispy, and cooked through, about 10 more minutes.
• Remove the baking sheet from the oven, drizzle the reserved honey-water over the chicken, and sprinkle with the diced green onions. Serve immediately.