Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish, where tender marinated chicken breasts meet a sweet and spicy honey blend, topped with creamy feta cheese for a dish that’s sure to impress. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, offering a unique combination of tastes that will leave your guests asking for more. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, it becomes an instant favorite in any household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2-4 hours).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove chicken from marinade and place it in a baking dish.
- Top each breast with crumbled feta. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and feta is golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg