Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish: A Deliciously Spicy and Savory Recipe
Experience a burst of flavor with this Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish, perfect for impressing family and friends. This easy-to-make recipe balances sweet honey with savory feta and spicy red pepper flakes, creating a deliciously satisfying meal that everyone will love. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish requires minimal prep while delivering maximum flavor. The tender chicken is marinated for optimal taste and topped with creamy feta, making it a delightful centerpiece for your dinner table. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh salad, and enjoy the smiles as your loved ones come back 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 cider 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 for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish; discard leftover marinade.
- Top each breast with crumbled feta cheese.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C) and feta is bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg