Hot Honey Feta Chicken
Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a luscious hot honey glaze infused with garlic, then topped with creamy feta cheese that melts beautifully during baking. This easy recipe is not only quick to prepare but also perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, promising a memorable meal for family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- In a bowl, mix hot honey with minced garlic; add chili flakes if desired for extra heat.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish, drizzle half of the hot honey mixture over it, then sprinkle crumbled feta on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving, drizzling with any remaining hot honey sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast (170g)
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 612mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in the hot honey mixture for at least one hour before cooking. Swap feta cheese with goat cheese for a different twist or add cherry tomatoes for extra sweetness.