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Crispy Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Whipped Hot Honey Feta Drizzle

A close-up of Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken topped with melted feta and a glistening hot honey glaze.
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Make crispy skin chicken thighs using a pan-sear method, finished with a sweet, spicy, and salty drizzle made from hot honey and whipped feta cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispiness.
  2. Mix the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Rub this seasoning mix evenly over the chicken thighs, focusing on the skin side.
  3. Place a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the cold skillet. This allows the fat to render slowly and the skin to crisp.
  5. Sear for 12 to 15 minutes without moving the chicken until the skin is deep golden brown and very crisp.
  6. Flip the chicken thighs. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  7. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
  8. While the chicken bakes, prepare the drizzle. In a small bowl, combine the crumbled feta, hot honey, Greek yogurt, water, and lemon juice.
  9. Use an immersion blender or a small whisk to whip the mixture until it becomes smooth and spreadable.
  10. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  11. Drizzle the whipped hot honey feta generously over the crispy chicken thighs before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can place the seasoned chicken in the refrigerator uncovered for 2 to 4 hours before cooking.
  • If you do not have an oven-safe skillet, sear the chicken on the stovetop, then transfer it to a baking dish to finish in the oven.
  • Adjust the amount of hot honey based on your preference for sweetness and spice level.

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