Description
Enjoy the perfect blend of crispy, savory chicken paired with tangy feta and a kick of hot honey in this mouthwatering recipe for Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken. Baked or air-fried to golden perfection, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Olive oil spray or drizzle (for baking or air frying)
For the Hot Honey:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven or Air Fryer: Preheat oven to 425°F or air fryer to 400°F.
- Prepare the Filling: Mix feta, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Fill chicken pockets with the mixture.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken piece in flour, egg, and panko mixture. Place on baking sheet or air fryer basket.
- Cook the Chicken: Bake for 20–25 minutes or air fry for 14–16 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Make the Hot Honey: Warm honey, red pepper flakes, and vinegar in a saucepan. Drizzle over chicken before serving.
Notes
- Chill stuffed chicken before breading for easier handling.
- Hot honey can be made ahead and stored for up to 2 weeks.
- Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
