Description
Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a sensational dish that perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors, combining tender chicken with a luscious hot honey sauce and creamy feta. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe will impress your family and guests alike. The rich taste of the feta sauce adds a gourmet touch, making this dish an instant favorite on any table. With its quick preparation and minimal cooking time, you can enjoy a delightful culinary experience without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and season the chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
- Sear the chicken in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides.
- Prepare the hot honey sauce by mixing honey, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar, and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until melted.
- In a bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dried oregano, and olive oil for the feta sauce.
- Pour half of the hot honey sauce over the seared chicken and bake for 15-18 minutes until cooked through.
- Top with feta sauce and drizzle remaining hot honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg