Ingredients:
• 2 chicken breasts (butterflied and flattened)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• ⅓ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
• ¼ cup hot honey (store-bought or mix honey with a dash of chili flakes)
• ⅓ cup avocado oil or tallow (for frying)
Prepare Chicken:
• Season the flattened chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Breading Station:
• Set up 3 bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
• Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then egg, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
Fry Chicken:
• Heat avocado oil or tallow in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Fry chicken 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and internal temp reaches 165°F.
Finish:
• Drain chicken on a wire rack or paper towels.
• Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle generously with grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
Serve:
Instructions:
• Serve immediately with a side of greens or mashed potatoes.