Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish: A Deliciously Spicy and Savory Recipe
If you’re in search of a dish that combines comfort with excitement, look no further than this Hot Honey Feta Chicken. This easy and delicious recipe features tender chicken marinated in a blend of sweet honey, zesty apple cider vinegar, and a kick of red pepper flakes, topped with creamy feta cheese for an irresistible finish. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings, this dish is as visually appealing as it is flavorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 lemon, sliced (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the fridge (up to 4 hours for best results).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove excess marinade from chicken and place in a baking dish.
- Spread crumbled feta on top of the chicken evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg