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Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe

Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe

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If you're craving bold flavor and serious crunch, this Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe delivers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless chicken thighs
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup hot honey store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
  • 1 tbsp fresh pa
  • Zest of ½ lemon

Instructions
 

  • Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic.
  • Place flour, eggs, and panko in separate bowls.
  • Dip chicken in flour, then eggs, then panko.
  • Press feta into the panko to stick.
  • Heat oil in pan over medium-high heat.
  • Fry chicken 4–5 minutes per side.
  • Place on rack to drain excess oil.
  • Warm hot honey in microwave (10 seconds).
  • Drizzle hot honey over crispy chicken.
  • Garnish with lemon zest and parsley.
  • Serve immediately while hot and crunchy

Notes

  1. Pound chicken evenly for faster cooking.
  2. Press feta into crumbs firmly to help it stick.
  3. Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying.
  4. Use a rack to keep crust from getting soggy.
  5. Add chili flakes to honey for more heat.
Keyword Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe