Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish: A Deliciously Spicy and Savory Recipe
Savor the delightful combination of flavors in our Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish. This easy-to-make recipe features marinated chicken breasts soaked in a sweet and spicy honey marinade, topped with creamy feta cheese, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish offers an impressive presentation while delivering a mouthwatering taste experience. Serve it alongside fresh greens or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 1 lemon (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, apple vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (preferably up to 4 hours).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade and place it in a baking dish. Spoon crumbled feta over each piece.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the feta is bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg