Description
Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken: Juicy chicken coated in crunchy breading, drizzled with spicy honey, and topped with creamy feta. Irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6–8 oz/170-225g each), pounded to even ½-inch thickness
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups (120g) panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp (5g) garlic powder
- 1 tsp (5g) paprika
- ½ tsp (2.5g) salt
- ¼ tsp (1g) black pepper
- ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup (113g) crumbled feta cheese (preferably Greek)
- ⅓ cup (80ml) hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp (8g) chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Start by placing your chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using the flat side of a meat mallet or a heavy skillet, gently pound the chicken to an even ½-inch thickness. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels – this helps the coating adhere better and creates a crispier result. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Set Up Your Breading Station Arrange three shallow dishes in a row. In the first, place the flour. In the second, beat the eggs until smooth. In the third, combine the panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. This three-step breading process is the secret to building that perfect crust for your **Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken**.
- Step 3: Coat the Chicken Working with one piece at a time, dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing extra to drip off. Finally, press firmly into the seasoned panko mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides. Place the breaded chicken on a clean plate and repeat with remaining pieces.
- Step 4: Fry to Golden Perfection Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F). Carefully add two pieces of breaded chicken to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until deeply golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a wire rack set over a baking sheet and repeat with remaining chicken.
- Step 5: Add the Finishing Touches While the chicken is still hot, drizzle each piece with about 1-2 tablespoons of hot honey, allowing it to melt slightly into the crispy coating. Sprinkle each piece with crumbled feta cheese, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a garnish of chopped parsley. The heat from the chicken will slightly warm the feta without fully melting it, creating the perfect texture contrast in your **Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken**.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg