Description
This Irresistibly Juicy Hot Honey Feta Chicken recipe combines the sweet heat of a honey and chili sauce with crunchy, seasoned panko-crusted chicken breasts and creamy feta melted under a broiler. Ready in just 35 minutes, it offers a perfect blend of spicy, savory, and tangy flavors that will delight your taste buds in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Honey Sauce
- 1/3 cup (110g) honey
- 1 1/2 tsp hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s or Cholula)
- 3/4 tsp chili flakes
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 x 250g (9oz) chicken breasts
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Breading
- 35g (1/4 cup) plain flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 65g (1 cup) Panko breadcrumbs
- Seasoning mix (paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, cayenne, black pepper mixed in breadcrumbs)
Cooking
- 6–8 tbsp vegetable oil
Toppings
- 200g (7oz) feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Make Hot Honey Sauce: Combine honey, hot sauce, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Warm gently over low heat just until it starts to simmer, then remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly so the flavors meld.
- Prepare Chicken Pieces: Horizontally slice each chicken breast to create four even-sized pieces, ensuring they cook evenly and quickly.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, whisk together paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, and black pepper to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
- Set Up Breading Stations: Arrange three shallow dishes: one with plain flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with Panko breadcrumbs mixed thoroughly with the prepared seasoning blend.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken piece first in flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat generously with the seasoned Panko breadcrumbs to ensure a crispy crust.
- Fry Chicken Pieces: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken pieces for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Top with Feta and Grill: Once the chicken is cooked, cover each piece with crumbled feta cheese. Place the skillet or baking tray under a high grill (broiler) until the feta softens and lightly browns.
- Serve with Hot Honey: Drizzle the warm hot honey sauce generously over the feta-topped chicken just before serving to add a vibrant sweet and spicy finish.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crisp coating but not so hot that it burns quickly.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can place the feta-topped chicken under a hot oven broiler for 2–3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes and hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
- Using panko breadcrumbs results in a lighter, crunchier crust compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- This dish pairs well with simple sides such as a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables.
