Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken (Print Version)

Crunchy chicken with feta and a hot honey glaze, offering sweet, spicy and savory flavors in every bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken and Coating

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
03 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
07 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1 large egg, beaten
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Hot Honey

10 - 1/3 cup honey
11 - 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce, to taste
12 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F or heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat just until runny. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - Pound chicken pieces to an even thickness. Season both sides generously with salt, freshly ground pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
04 - Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
05 - Gently press crumbled feta onto each chicken piece. Dredge in flour, dip in beaten egg, and firmly press into panko to thoroughly coat.
06 - For oven method, arrange breaded chicken on a lined baking sheet and drizzle lightly with olive oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden, crisp, and fully cooked. For skillet method, cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Transfer chicken to plates and drizzle generously with warm hot honey. Serve immediately, accompanied by rice, salad, or roasted vegetables.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside
  • Easy enough for a weeknight and impressive enough for a dinner party
  • Bakes or fries up golden with pantry staples
  • Customizable heat level for any palate
02 -
  • High in protein for a satisfying meal
  • Keeps leftovers crispy if reheated in the oven
  • The hot honey can be made ahead and used on pizza or veggies
  • Feta is always my favorite part it melts into pockets that surprise you with each bite
03 -
  • Press the feta into the chicken well or it may fall out during cooking
  • For even browning flip the chicken halfway if baking
  • Let the hot honey sit at least ten minutes for the best flavor blend

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