Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish: A Deliciously Spicy and Savory Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts marinated in a perfect blend of sweet honey and spicy red pepper flakes, topped with creamy feta cheese, and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for family dinners or impressing guests, this dish offers a unique twist on classic chicken that’s sure to elevate any meal. Pair it with fresh greens, grains, or roasted vegetables for a stunning presentation and a satisfying experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 lemon, sliced (for serving)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (ideally 2 to 4 hours) in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in the baking dish. Discard any remaining marinade.
- Spoon crumbled feta cheese evenly over each chicken breast.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and feta is bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg