Hot Honey Chicken Cutlets
Crispy, golden chicken cutlets coated in a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. This easy recipe delivers the perfect balance of crunch, juiciness, and bold flavor—ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.
Equipment
- meat mallet or rolling pin
- mixing bowls
- skillet
- tongs
- saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- salt to taste
- vegetable oil for frying
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Place the chicken between sheets of plastic wrap and pound until evenly thick.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; one with beaten eggs; and one with breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet and fry the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, and butter over low heat until smooth.
- Drizzle or brush the sauce over the chicken cutlets until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs. Adjust the spice level by choosing a milder or hotter sauce. You can bake or air-fry the chicken for a lighter version. Store the sauce separately and add just before serving to keep the coating crispy.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
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