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Hot Honey Chicken Cutlets

Sweet and Spicy Hot Honey Chicken Cutlets You'll Crave

These Hot Honey Chicken Cutlets combine sweet and spicy flavors for a crowd-pleasing dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Cutlets
  • 4 pieces Chicken Cutlets Substitution: Use turkey cutlets for a leaner option.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitution: Aquafaba or flax eggs for a vegan alternative.
For the Breading
  • 1 cup Flour Note: Use gluten-free flour for a GF version.
  • 1 cup Bread Crumbs Panko works best for extra crunch.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Honey Note: Local or raw honey adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust to taste or replace with your favorite hot sauce.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is ideal.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Shallow Bowls
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • spatula
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place chicken cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness.
  2. Season both sides of the cutlets with salt and black pepper.
  3. Set up three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko bread crumbs.
  4. Dredge a cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with bread crumbs.
  5. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  6. Fry the cutlets for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  7. In a small saucepan, combine honey and chili flakes over low heat, stirring to warm.
  8. Drizzle the hot honey glaze over each cutlet before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let cutlets rest for a minute before serving for juiciness. Adjust spice levels as desired.

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