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Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken with hot honey and feta served on a plate

Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Thighs

Spicy, sweet, super‑crispy fried chicken thighs finished with hot honey and crumbled feta—perfect for dinner or parties!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 510 kcal

Equipment

  • Deep Fryer or Heavy‑Duty Pan
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Breading Station Dishes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Marinade

  • 4 pieces boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk for marinade

Breading Station

  • 1 cup all‑purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for extra crisp

Finishing

  • ½ cup hot honey
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with buttermilk (plus spices if desired). Marinate at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in fryer or pan to 350°F (175°C).
  • Set up breading station: flour (with optional cornstarch), beaten eggs, and panko.
  • Dredge each thigh in flour → egg → panko, pressing to coat well.
  • Fry chicken until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F, ~6–8 minutes per side.
  • Remove, drain briefly, then immediately drizzle hot honey over each thigh.
  • Top with crumbled feta and serve warm.

Notes

For a lighter version, bake at 425°F for ~25 minutes. Swap feta for blue cheese for a different flavor. Double marinade time for deeper flavor.
Keyword Comfort Food, crispy chicken, dinner recipe, feta chicken, hot honey, Party Food, spicy-sweet chicken, weeknight meal
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