Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Hot Honey Feta Chicken, where sweet heat meets creamy feta for an unforgettable meal. This dish transforms ordinary dinners into extraordinary culinary experiences, perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With minimal prep time and a delightful flavor profile, you’ll want to keep this recipe close at hand for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup hot honey
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix hot honey with olive oil until combined.
- Crumble feta cheese and set aside.
- Place seasoned chicken in a baking dish, pouring the hot honey mixture evenly over it.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta on top of each chicken breast.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is golden brown.
- Serve the Hot Honey Feta Chicken with roasted vegetables or over rice to enjoy all the delicious sauce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added depth, marinate the chicken in hot honey and feta for 30 minutes before cooking. Customize with fresh herbs like rosemary or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and color. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in the oven.