Spicy Crispy Hot Honey Lemon Feta Chicken with Parmesan Herb Crust

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Zest of 1 lemon

For the Parmesan Herb Crust

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Hot Honey Lemon Feta Sauce

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons hot honey
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 1–2 tablespoons warm water (to thin if needed)

Optional Garnish

• Extra hot honey drizzle
• Fresh chopped parsley
• Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.

Season both sides with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and lemon zest.

Step 2: Make the Parmesan Herb Crust

In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, thyme, and olive oil.

Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated and slightly moist.

Step 3: Coat the Chicken

Lightly brush each chicken breast with olive oil.

Press the Parmesan herb crust mixture firmly onto the top of each chicken breast, creating a thick coating.

Step 4: Bake Until Crispy

Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 22–28 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden brown and crispy.

For extra crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

Step 5: Prepare the Hot Honey Lemon Feta Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together feta cheese, Greek yogurt, hot honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic.

Add warm water a tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches a creamy, drizzle-able consistency.

Step 6: Assemble and Serve

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking.

Spoon or drizzle the hot honey lemon feta sauce over the crispy chicken.

Garnish with extra hot honey, chopped parsley, and fresh lemon wedges.

Serve with roasted vegetables, lemon rice, or a fresh Mediterranean salad for a complete meal.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Approximate)

Calories: 520 kcal

Protein: 48 g

Carbohydrates: 24 g

Fat: 26 g

Saturated Fat: 9 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 6 g

Sodium: 720 mg