Ingredients
For the chicken:
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▪️ 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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▪️ 1 cup buttermilk (or ½ cup yogurt + ½ cup milk)
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▪️ 1 tsp salt
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▪️ 1 tsp garlic powder
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▪️ 1 tsp smoked paprika
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▪️ 1½ cups crushed cornflakes or panko breadcrumbs
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▪️ ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
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▪️ Olive oil spray (for baking)
For the hot honey:
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▪️ ⅓ cup honey
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▪️ 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
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▪️ 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional, for extra heat)
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▪️ Pinch of salt
For the whipped feta (optional but amazing):
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▪️ 1 cup feta cheese
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▪️ ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
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▪️ 1 tbsp olive oil
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▪️ 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
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Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Add the chicken and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best flavor.
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Prepare coating: In a shallow dish, mix crushed cornflakes (or panko) and parmesan cheese.
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top (for extra crispiness).
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Coat chicken: Remove each piece from the marinade, let excess drip off, then coat in the crumb mixture. Press to adhere.
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Bake: Place coated chicken on the rack. Lightly spray with olive oil spray. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and crispy and internal temp hits 165°F.
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Make hot honey: In a small saucepan, heat honey, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce over low heat for 2–3 minutes. Set aside.
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Whip feta (optional): In a blender or food processor, combine feta, yogurt, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
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Serve: Drizzle hot honey over the crispy chicken. Add a scoop of whipped feta on the side or spread it on your plate as a bed for the chicken. Garnish with herbs or a squeeze of lemon if desired!