Description
Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring perfectly breaded and pan-fried chicken topped with a spicy-sweet hot honey glaze, creamy crumbled feta, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. This recipe offers a delicious balance of heat, sweetness, and savory tang, ideal for an impressive dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken & Coating
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Hot Honey Glaze
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 Tbsp hot sauce (Frank’s, Sriracha, or similar)
- ¾ tsp red pepper flakes
Finishing Touch
- 7 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1 Tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Glaze: In a small heat-safe bowl, stir together honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Warm gently in the microwave or on low heat on the stovetop until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: If chicken breasts are thick, slice them in half horizontally to ensure even cooking. Season both sides of the chicken with olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional cayenne pepper.
- Bread the Chicken: Set up a breading station with the flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs each in separate bowls. Dredge the seasoned chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs, pressing the crumbs firmly to adhere.
- Cook It Crispy: Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each side for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet or oven-safe skillet.
- Add Feta & Glaze: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the hot chicken pieces. Drizzle each piece with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the hot honey glaze. For a melty finish, broil in the oven for about 1 minute until the feta softens slightly.
- Serve & Garnish: Finish by sprinkling chopped parsley over the chicken. Serve immediately to enjoy the hot honey glaze at its best. This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, salad, roasted vegetables, or fries.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or use a hotter hot sauce in the glaze.
- Substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the dish gluten-free.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for juicier results.
- To avoid overcrowding the skillet, cook the chicken in batches for even browning.
- If you prefer a less sweet glaze, reduce the honey amount slightly.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 165°F.
- The broiling step for melting feta is optional but adds a nice creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
