Description
Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that harmonizes juicy chicken, creamy feta, and a sweet-spicy honey glaze. This easy-to-make recipe transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into extraordinary feasts, perfect for family gatherings or entertaining guests. With a crispy exterior and a delightful combination of flavors, this dish will surely impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup hot honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or oregano)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Rub olive oil over the chicken, then season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear each side of the chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Sprinkle feta cheese on top of the chicken and drizzle with hot honey.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest before slicing and serve with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in hot honey for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Swap feta cheese for goat cheese or add crushed red pepper flakes for an added kick.
