Description
This Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken recipe combines a perfectly seasoned and breaded chicken breast fried to golden perfection, then baked to ensure juiciness and topped with a delightful drizzle of spicy hot honey and tangy crumbled feta cheese, creating a deliciously crispy and flavorful dish that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Coating
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Topping
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup hot honey
Cooking Fat
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking after frying.
- Season Chicken: Season each chicken breast evenly with paprika, salt, and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Prepare the Coating: First, dredge the chicken breasts in flour to help the egg adhere. Then dip them in the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs to create a crispy crust.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken breasts for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Bake the Chicken: Transfer the fried chicken breasts onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Add Toppings: Once baked, drizzle the hot honey generously over the crispy chicken breasts and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese before serving for a perfect balance of spicy sweetness and savory tang.
Notes
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) to guarantee it is safely cooked.
- Hot honey can be substituted with regular honey mixed with a pinch of cayenne pepper if hot honey is not available.
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to retain juiciness.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables.
