Description
Indulge in a tantalizing dish of Spicy Crispy Hot Honey Lemon Goat Cheese Chicken that perfectly balances savory and sweet flavors. Crispy chicken topped with a zesty goat cheese mixture creates a delightful explosion of taste in every bite.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
For the Goat Cheese Topping
- 4 oz (115g) goat cheese, crumbled
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Garnish
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if finishing in oven. Set up a dredging station: flour mixed with paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper in one bowl; beaten eggs in a second bowl; panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Coat chicken first in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. (Optional) Transfer to a baking sheet and finish in oven for 5–7 minutes to ensure fully cooked.
- Prepare Goat Cheese Topping: In a small bowl, mix crumbled goat cheese with lemon zest, honey, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Serve: Top each chicken breast with the goat cheese mixture while still warm. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
