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Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken

Let’s dig into why this chicken is blowing up in kitchens everywhere, how to make it at home, and tips for nailing that perfect sweet-spicy-crunchy balance.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 ½ lbs chicken tenders or boneless thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 egg + ½ cup milk)
  • 1 cup flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)

For the Hot Honey:

  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (like Frank’s or Sriracha)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (for tang)

Toppings & Serving:

  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
  • Cooked rice, quinoa, or a salad base

Instructions

How to Make It – Step-by-Step

1. Prep the Chicken

  • Soak chicken in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes (or overnight for ultimate tenderness).
  • In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

2. Fry Until Crispy

  • Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  • Dredge chicken in the flour mix, pressing to coat.
  • Fry chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

3. Make the Hot Honey

  • In a small saucepan, heat honey, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, and vinegar over low heat.
  • Stir and simmer 1-2 minutes until warmed through.

4. Glaze and Garnish

  • Drizzle hot honey over fried chicken.
  • Sprinkle with feta crumbles and green onions.

5. Serve It Up

  • Plate over rice, greens, or a sandwich bun.
  • Serve extra hot honey on the side for dipping.

Notes

Pro Tips for the Best Results

🔥 Adjust the heat – Add more or less pepper flakes or hot sauce to control spice level.

🧄 Use cornstarch – It adds crunchier texture to your coating than flour alone.

🌡️ Don’t overcrowd the pan – Fry in batches for even cooking and max crispiness.

  • Author: niold.com