Description
Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly balances savory and sweet. Juicy chicken breasts are topped with creamy crumbled feta cheese and drizzled with spicy hot honey, creating an irresistible combination. This one-pan meal is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a delightful culinary experience that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary (or 1 tbsp dried)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, mix garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh herbs. Pour this marinade over the chicken.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta generously over the chicken.
- Drizzle hot honey over each piece of chicken to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor; overnight is preferred if possible.- Substitute goat cheese or mozzarella for feta if desired.- Add roasted red peppers or additional fresh herbs like basil for extra flair.