Hot Honey Feta Chicken
Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that beautifully marries sweet, spicy, and savory elements. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and hot honey. Topped with creamy feta cheese, this delightful combination bakes to perfection, resulting in an irresistible meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or over fluffy rice for a complete dining experience that will impress family and friends alike.
- 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 (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz block feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional for added spice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper and place them in the baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and hot honey. Pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Generously crumble feta cheese on top of each chicken breast for maximum flavor infusion.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve warm drizzled with any remaining sauce from the baking dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg