Description

Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a deliciously unique dish that masterfully combines juicy chicken with the sweet heat of honey and creamy feta cheese. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering an explosion of flavors that will impress your family and guests alike.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
⅓ cup honey
4 ounces feta cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges for serving
1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
In a saucepan, combine honey, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar, and butter over low heat; stir until melted.
In a bowl, mix crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, oregano, and olive oil until smooth.
Pour half the hot honey sauce over the chicken in the skillet; bake for 15-18 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Top with feta sauce and drizzle with remaining hot honey sauce before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 105mg

Keywords: Adjust spiciness by increasing red pepper flakes in the sauces. Substitute feta with goat cheese for a different flavor profile. Pair with fresh greens or grains for a complete meal.