Crispy and Sweet-Spicy Hot Honey Chicken Cutlets Recipe
Crispy and Sweet-Spicy Hot Honey Chicken Cutlets combine tender, thinly pounded chicken breasts fried to golden perfection and drizzled with a flavorful hot honey glaze made with high-quality honey and chili flakes. This easy-to-make dish balances a crispy exterior with a sweet and spicy kick, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special meal to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Cutlets
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (Thinly sliced and pounded)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (Can substitute with crushed crackers or panko)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Neutral Oil (Vegetable or Canola)
Hot Honey Sauce
- 0.5 cup Honey (High-quality for better flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes or Hot Sauce (Adjust based on heat preference)
Instructions
- Slice and Pound Chicken: Start by slicing the chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets, then pound each piece to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking and tenderness.
- Prepare Breading Stations: Set up three shallow bowls in a row: one with flour, one with a whisked egg, and one with breadcrumbs. This will streamline the coating process.
- Bread the Chicken Cutlets: Dip each pounded chicken cutlet first into the flour to coat lightly, then into the egg to moisten, and finally into the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere well for a crispy crust.
- Heat the Oil: Pour a generous amount of neutral oil into a skillet and heat it over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, perfect for frying.
- Fry the Cutlets: Carefully place the breaded cutlets in the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they achieve a beautiful golden brown crust and are cooked through.
- Prepare the Hot Honey Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the honey and chili flakes or hot sauce. Warm the mixture slightly in the microwave to make it more pourable and to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm hot honey generously over the crispy chicken cutlets just before serving. Enjoy the perfect balance of crispiness, sweetness, and heat.
Notes
- Ensure chicken cutlets are evenly pounded to prevent uneven cooking.
- You can adjust the chili flakes or hot sauce amount depending on your preferred spice level.
- Use high-quality honey for the best flavor contrast with the spicy elements.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crispiness of the fried cutlets.
- Leftover cutlets can be reheated in a skillet to retain crispness.
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