For the chicken:

• 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 cup cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce, such as Crystal or Tabasco
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 to 1 1/2 pounds total)

For the hot honey sauce:

• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 pinch kosher salt
• Coarsely chopped fresh thyme leaves, for garnish (optional)
• Flaky salt, for garnish (optional)