Crispy Honey Pepper Chicken with Creamy Broccoli Cheese Sauce

Indulge in this irresistible fusion of crispy chicken coated in a sweet and spicy honey pepper glaze, served with a rich and creamy broccoli cheese sauce. Every bite bursts with delicious flavors and textures, leaving you craving for more.
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 3.
Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- 4.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking dish.
- 5.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
- 6.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until cooked through.
- 7.
While the chicken bakes, steam the broccoli until tender.
- 8.
In a saucepan, melt the cream cheese over low heat. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- 9.
In a separate skillet, sauté the red bell pepper until tender.
- 10.
Plate the crispy honey pepper chicken alongside steamed broccoli. Drizzle the creamy broccoli cheese sauce over the chicken and garnish with sautéed red bell pepper.
- 11.
Serve hot and enjoy this delectable and flavorful creation!