Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken, a delightful twist on classic chicken recipes. This dish marries the creamy tang of feta cheese and the sweet heat of hot honey, creating an unforgettable flavor explosion. The chicken is perfectly breaded with panko breadcrumbs, ensuring an irresistible crunch with every bite. Ideal for any occasion—from family dinners to festive gatherings—this recipe is guaranteed to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup honey
- 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (to taste)
- Olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butterfly or pound chicken breasts for even cooking, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: combine flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in one; whisk eggs in another; mix panko with feta in the last.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour mixture, then egg, followed by the panko-feta mix until well coated.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- For the hot honey sauce, combine honey, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar in a saucepan over low heat until warmed through.
- Serve crispy chicken drizzled with hot honey sauce and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg