Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken, a one-pan dish that balances sweet and spicy flavors for an unforgettable meal. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts topped with a luscious hot honey glaze, crumbled feta cheese, and aromatic herbs, providing a delightful blend of taste and nutrition. Perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings, this high-protein dish requires minimal prep while delivering maximum flavor. Serve it alongside fresh salad, rice, or roasted vegetables to create a well-rounded meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ยฝ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary chopped (or thyme)
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2โ3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix hot honey and minced garlic to create the glaze.
- Place the seared chicken in a baking dish, pour the glaze over it, and sprinkle with feta cheese and herbs.
- Bake for 20โ25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165ยฐF (75ยฐC). Optionally broil for an additional minute for extra caramelization.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Customize spice levels by adjusting the amount of hot honey. Experiment with different cheeses like goat cheese for varied flavors.
