– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crunch)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for added heat)
– ½ cup honey
– 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
– ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Creating the Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken is straightforward. Follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all necessary ingredients and set them out for easy access.
2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
3. Prepare Chicken: If needed, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
4. Set Up Dredging Stations: In one shallow bowl, place the flour seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
5. Dredge Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, then into the eggs, and finally coat thoroughly in the breadcrumbs. Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
7. Make Hot Honey Sauce: While the chicken is baking, prepare the hot honey sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey and sriracha. Whisk until well combined and warmed through.
8. Add Feta: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and immediately drizzle the hot honey sauce over the chicken. Top with crumbled feta cheese.
9. Garnish: Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
10. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken fresh from the oven.