Description
Imagine the crispiest, juiciest chicken cutlet you’ve ever had — now drizzle it with sweet, spicy hot honey and sprinkle it with salty crumbles of creamy feta. It’s savory, it’s spicy, it’s tangy, it’s everything. This Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken hits every craving at once and somehow still feels fancy enough to serve at a dinner party. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy and cooks up faster than you can say “more hot honey, please.”
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 large chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets (or use thighs)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Oil for frying (vegetable or avocado oil)
For the Hot Honey:
1/3 cup honey
1–2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to your spice level)
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra kick)
For Topping:
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
Step 1: Set Up Your Breading Station
Grab three shallow bowls. Fill one with flour. In the second, beat the eggs. In the third, mix panko, parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour (shake off excess), then dip into the eggs, then coat thoroughly in the panko mixture. Press that coating on nice and firm!
Step 3: Fry to Golden Perfection
Heat about 1/2 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, fry the chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F). Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
Step 4: Make the Hot Honey
In a small saucepan, warm the honey over low heat. Stir in hot sauce and red pepper flakes. Let it get a little bubbly but not boiling, then remove from heat.
Step 5: Assemble and Serve
Drizzle the hot honey generously over the crispy chicken. Shower with crumbled feta and sprinkle fresh herbs over the top. Serve hot and bask in the glory.
Notes
Serve over a bed of arugula or with a crisp cucumber salad.
Great with mashed potatoes, sweet potato fries, or roasted veggies.
Add a side of creamy ranch or tzatziki for dipping because why not?
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~450 calories
- Protein: ~32g