Description
Chicken, Chorizo, and Hot Honey Halloumi Flatbreads and Bagels combine tender chicken, smoky chorizo, and crispy halloumi cheese glazed with sweet and spicy hot honey. Served on either soft flatbreads or chewy bagels alongside fresh greens and infused with aromatic spices, this vibrant dish balances sweet, spicy, and savory flavors for an impressive yet easy-to-make meal perfect for casual dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Proteins and Cheese
- Chicken breast or thighs – 400g (about 14 oz), sliced into thin strips
- Chorizo sausage – 150g (about 5 oz), diced
- Halloumi cheese – 200g (about 7 oz), cut into thick slices
Breads
- Flatbreads or bagels – 4 to 6, depending on size
Sauces and Oils
- Hot honey – 3 to 4 tablespoons, adjust to taste
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons, for sautéing and frying
Vegetables and Greens
- Fresh greens (arugula, spinach, or similar) – 1 cup loosely packed
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
Spices
- Paprika – 1 teaspoon
- Cumin – 1 teaspoon ground
- Chili flakes – 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Proteins: Slice the chicken into thin strips and dice the chorizo. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Cook the chorizo until crispy and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes. Add the chicken strips along with paprika, cumin, and chili flakes. Sauté until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly caramelized, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest briefly.
- Cook the Halloumi: Cut the halloumi into thick slices and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and lightly fry the halloumi slices for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp.
- Warm the Flatbreads or Bagels: Lightly toast the flatbreads or sliced bagels to enhance texture and warmth, preventing sogginess when topped.
- Assemble the Flatbreads or Bagels: Begin by layering fresh greens on each piece of flatbread or bagel half. Top with the cooked chicken and chorizo mixture, then arrange the crispy halloumi slices on top. Drizzle generously with hot honey for a balanced sweet and spicy flavor.
- Final Touches: Sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper, an additional pinch of chili flakes, or squeeze fresh lemon juice over the assembled flatbreads or bagels to brighten and enhance the flavors just before serving.
Notes
- Use quality chorizo, preferably authentic Spanish or Mexican, for richer smoky flavor.
- Press and dry the halloumi well before frying to ensure a crispy texture rather than rubbery.
- Don’t overload the bread with toppings to maintain structural integrity and flavor balance.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to control the heat level to your liking.
- Rest the chicken briefly after cooking to keep it juicy and tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread or 1 bagel half
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg