Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish: A Deliciously Spicy and Savory Recipe
Indulge in the delightful Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish, where savory meets sweet in a perfect harmony. This recipe features juicy marinated chicken breasts bathed in a luscious honey and red pepper marinade, topped with creamy feta cheese that bakes to golden perfection. Ideal for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions, this dish will captivate your taste buds and impress your guests with its unique flavor profile. With its easy preparation and versatile serving options, you can pair it with rice, greens, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that is sure to satisfy.
- 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 (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (for serving)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix honey, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2–4 hours).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place marinated chicken in a baking dish.
- Top each chicken breast with crumbled feta.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and feta is bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with parsley and serve with lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg