Hot Honey Feta Chicken: Sweet, Spicy, and Savory
This dish features tender chicken breasts drizzled with a spicy honey sauce, topped with creamy feta cheese for a delightful balance of heat and tanginess. Perfect for any weeknight meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hr
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 200 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons hot sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour hot honey mixture over them.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta evenly over the chicken.
- Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake 10-15 more minutes until chicken is cooked and cheese is golden.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Adjust hot sauce to suit spice preference.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a simple salad.
- Can be prepared ahead and baked when ready.
- For a Mediterranean twist, sprinkle fresh mint or dill before serving.