Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish—a perfect blend of sweet and spicy that’s both comforting and exciting. This recipe features juicy marinated chicken breasts drenched in a mouthwatering honey mixture, topped with creamy crumbled feta cheese, and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this dish promises to impress with its stunning presentation and irresistible taste. Serve it alongside fresh greens or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that suits any gathering.
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 (to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (for serving)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the marinade over chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Ensure thorough coating and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Discard excess marinade.
- Place marinated chicken in a baking dish and top with feta cheese.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg