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Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe

Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe
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This Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of spices, coated in a crunchy panko crust, and topped with melted, golden feta. The chicken is drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, combining honey, hot sauce, and chili flakes for a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner that’s easy to prepare yet impressive in taste and texture.

Ingredients

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Hot Honey Sauce

  • 1/3 cup (110g) Honey
  • 1 1/2 tsp Hot Sauce (Frank’s or Cholula recommended)
  • 3/4 tsp Chili Flakes

Chicken & Coating

  • 2 x 250g (9oz) Chicken Breasts
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 35g (1/4 cup) Plain Flour
  • 2 Eggs, beaten
  • 65g (1 cup) Panko Breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable Oil, as needed (6-8 tbsp)

Topping

  • 200g (7oz) Feta, crumbled

Instructions

  1. Prepare Hot Honey Sauce: Combine honey, hot sauce, and chili flakes in a microwave-safe bowl. Warm in the microwave for about 20 seconds, stir and then let it cool. Alternatively, warm the mixture gently on the stove until it simmers, then remove to cool. Adjust the heat level by varying chili flakes or hot sauce as desired.
  2. Slice Chicken: Horizontally slice each chicken breast through the center to create 4 evenly sized thin breasts for quicker, even cooking.
  3. Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl or pot, combine paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, and black pepper for the seasoning.
  4. Set up Dredging Stations: Arrange 3 shallow dishes in a row: first with plain flour mixed with half the seasoning blend, second with beaten eggs, and third with panko breadcrumbs mixed with the remaining seasoning. Place a tray at the end to hold the coated chicken.
  5. Coat Chicken: One at a time, dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned panko breadcrumbs. Lay each coated piece on the tray.
  6. Fry Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once hot enough that breadcrumbs sizzle on contact, carefully fry the chicken pieces. Work in batches if needed. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until deeply golden, crispy outside, and cooked through inside. Transfer cooked chicken to a wire rack set over the tray to drain excess oil.
  7. Add Feta and Grill: Sprinkle crumbled feta generously over the chicken pieces. Place under a high grill until the feta softens, melts slightly, and turns golden and a little crisp on top.
  8. Serve: Drizzle the prepared hot honey sauce over the feta-topped chicken. Serve immediately, storing any leftover hot honey in the fridge for future use.

Notes

  • You can adjust the heat of the hot honey sauce by adding more or less chili flakes and hot sauce according to your preference.
  • Make sure to fry the chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan and maintain crispy crust.
  • Using a wire rack to drain the fried chicken helps prevent sogginess by allowing excess oil to drip off.
  • Leftover hot honey sauce can be tightly sealed and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute plain flour and panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
  • This dish pairs well with a fresh salad, steamed vegetables, or roasted potatoes.

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Keywords: hot honey chicken, crispy chicken, feta chicken, spicy chicken recipe, panko chicken, fried chicken recipe

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