Hot Honey Crispy Chicken Cutlets feature golden, crunchy chicken topped with warm honey infused with red pepper flakes for a balanced sweet and spicy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 thin chicken cutlets about 1 1/2 pounds
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan optional
1 teaspoon salt divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/1 teaspoon paprika
Vegetable or canola oil for frying about 1 cup
1/2 cup honey
1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry and pound to even thickness if needed.
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Combine flour, half the salt, pepper, and paprika in one bowl.
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Whisk eggs and milk in a second bowl.
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Combine panko, Parmesan if using, and remaining salt in a third bowl.
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Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
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Rest breaded cutlets for 10 minutes.
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Heat 1/2 inch oil in a skillet to 350°F.
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Fry cutlets 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Drain on a wire rack.
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Warm honey and red pepper flakes over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in vinegar and a pinch of salt.
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Drizzle hot honey over chicken before serving.