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Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe

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Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts breaded with a savory mix of panko breadcrumbs and crumbled feta, seasoned with garlic and smoked paprika. The chicken is seared to golden perfection and finished in the oven for juicy, crisp results. A tangy and spicy hot honey sauce made with honey, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar is drizzled over the chicken, balancing sweetness and heat for an irresistible meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral oil (for frying)

For the Hot Honey Sauce:

  • ½ cup honey
  • 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Butterfly or pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for even cooking. Lightly season the chicken with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
  2. Bread the Chicken: Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls: bowl one with flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; bowl two with whisked eggs; and bowl three with panko breadcrumbs mixed with crumbled feta cheese. Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip in the egg, allowing excess to drip off, and finally press into the panko-feta mixture for even coating.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the breaded chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is cooked through.
  4. Make the Hot Honey Sauce: While the chicken bakes, combine honey, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring gently until warmed through and well combined. Remove from heat once ready.
  5. Assemble and Serve: Drizzle the hot honey sauce generously over the crispy chicken breasts. Garnish with additional crumbled feta, fresh parsley, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately with your preferred sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes in the honey sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
  • Butterflying or pounding the chicken breasts ensures even cooking and helps them cook faster.
  • To keep the breading extra crispy, avoid overcrowding the skillet during searing.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for safe consumption (165°F or 74°C).
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute panko breadcrumbs and all-purpose flour with gluten-free alternatives.

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