Zapisz Imagine the sizzle of perfectly seasoned chicken cutlets hitting hot oil, the aroma of spices filling your kitchen as they transform into golden-brown perfection. This Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken delivers an unforgettable symphony of textures and flavors—crunchy panko coating, juicy chicken within, creamy feta melting on top, and that final drizzle of spicy-sweet honey that ties everything together in a harmonious finish that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds.
Zapisz This isn't your ordinary chicken dinner. The carefully spiced Panko coating creates a satisfying crunch that stands up to the molten feta and drizzle of hot honey. Each component plays a crucial role—the chicken provides a juicy canvas, the breading delivers texture and seasoning, the feta adds creamy richness, and the hot honey brings that perfect sweet-heat balance that makes this dish utterly irresistible.
- Chicken & Seasoning: 2 × 250 g (9 oz) chicken breasts, halved horizontally, 2 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- Breading Station: 35 g (¼ cup) plain flour, 2 eggs, beaten, 65 g (1 cup) Panko breadcrumbs
- Frying & Topping: 6–8 tbsp vegetable oil, for frying, 200 g (7 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
- Hot Honey: ⅓ cup (110 g) honey, 1½ tsp hot sauce (such as Franks or Cholula), ¾ tsp chili flakes
- 1. Infuse the hot honey
- In a small bowl, mix honey, chili flakes, and hot sauce. Warm gently on the stove or in the microwave, then set aside to steep and intensify the spice.
- 2. Prepare the chicken
- Slice each breast horizontally to create thin cutlets. In a small bowl, combine paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne. Divide the mixture in half.
- 3. Set up dredging stations
- Mix half the spice blend into the flour. Mix the other half into the Panko breadcrumbs. Place flour, eggs, and Panko each in their own shallow bowls.
- 4. Bread the chicken
- Dredge each cutlet first in spiced flour, then dip in beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with spiced Panko, pressing to adhere.
- 5. Pan-fry
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches, 3–4 minutes per side, until deeply golden and crisp. Drain on a wire rack.
- 6. Broil with feta
- Place fried cutlets on a baking sheet. Top each with crumbled feta. Broil 1–2 minutes until the feta softens and starts to brown.
- 7. Finish & serve
- Drizzle hot honey generously over the hot feta chicken. Serve immediately.
For the perfect crispy exterior, make sure your oil is hot enough before adding the chicken—test with a small piece of breadcrumb; it should sizzle immediately. When breading, use one hand for wet ingredients and one for dry to avoid creating a gummy mess on your fingers. Let the cutlets rest on the wire rack for a minute after frying to help maintain maximum crispiness before adding the feta.
If you prefer less heat, reduce the chili flakes in the honey or substitute with a milder hot sauce. For a Mediterranean twist, add lemon zest to your breadcrumb mixture and serve with tzatziki on the side. You can also try using different cheeses—goat cheese creates a tangier version, while mozzarella offers a milder, stretchy alternative to the feta.
Serve these crispy cutlets with a bright arugula salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette to cut through the richness. For a complete meal, add roasted vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini or a side of garlic-tossed pasta. A glass of cold Pinot Grigio or a citrusy IPA makes an excellent beverage pairing to complement the sweet-spicy flavors.
Zapisz This Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken has become a favorite in our home for good reason—it transforms simple ingredients into something truly special. The combination of crunchy, juicy, creamy, sweet, spicy, and tangy creates a dish that's greater than the sum of its parts. Whether for a casual family dinner or entertaining friends, these golden cutlets topped with melting feta and drizzled with spicy honey never fail to impress!
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- → Jak uzyskać chrupiącą panierkę?
Kluczem jest dokładne obtoczenie mięsa w mące z przyprawami, jajku i panko, oraz smażenie na dobrze rozgrzanym tłuszczu bez przepełniania patelni.
- → Czym zastąpić fetę dla łagodniejszego smaku?
Można użyć sera typu mozzarella lub bułgarską fetę, która jest delikatniejsza i kremowa.
- → Jak dostosować pikantność miodu?
Zmniejsz ilość płatków chili i ostrego sosu lub użyj łagodniejszego sosu chili, by uzyskać subtelniejszy efekt.
- → Czy danie można przygotować w air fryer?
Tak, spryskane olejem panierowane kawałki można smażyć w air fryerze w temperaturze 200°C przez 8-10 minut, z przewróceniem w połowie.
- → Z czym podawać takie danie?
Doskonałe w towarzystwie pieczonych warzyw lub świeżej, chrupiącej sałaty.