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Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken: A Flavor Explosion You Can’t Resist!

Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken
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Crispy chicken breasts coated in golden breadcrumbs, topped with creamy feta, and drizzled with spicy-sweet hot honey—this dish is a flavor explosion! Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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Hot Honey:

  • ⅓ cup (110g) honey
  • 1½ tsp hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s or Cholula)
  • ¾ tsp chili flakes

Chicken:

  • 2 (250g/9oz) chicken breasts
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp each: onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 35g (¼ cup) plain flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 65g (1 cup) panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil (6–8 tbsp, for frying)
  • 200g (7oz) feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Hot Honey:
    In a small bowl, mix honey, hot sauce, and chili flakes. Microwave for 20 seconds (or simmer in a pot) to infuse flavors. Stir and set aside to cool. Adjust spice level to taste.
  2. Prep the Chicken:
    Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create 4 even cutlets. In a bowl, combine paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne, and black pepper.
  3. Coating Station:
    • Bowl 1: Flour + half the seasoning mix.
    • Bowl 2: Beaten eggs.
    • Bowl 3: Panko + remaining seasoning.
      Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko. Place on a tray.
  4. Fry the Chicken:
    Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack.
  5. Add Feta & Broil:
    Sprinkle crumbled feta over the chicken. Broil (grill) on high for 2–3 minutes until feta is golden and slightly crispy.
  6. Serve:
    Drizzle with hot honey. Pair with arugula salad, potato wedges, or your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Hot Honey Adjustments: Use store-bought hot honey for convenience, or add extra chili flakes for more heat.
  • Baking Option: Bake breadcrumbs at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes first. Coat chicken, spray with oil, and bake at 220°C (430°F) for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Serving Ideas: Try with roasted veggies, couscous, or a fresh green salad.
  • Storage: Leftover honey keeps in the fridge for 2 weeks.

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