Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish, a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy that will elevate your dinner experience. This recipe features marinated chicken breasts in a luscious honey mixture, complemented by creamy feta cheese, all baked to golden perfection. It’s an impressive yet straightforward dish perfect for family dinners, special gatherings, or meal prep. With a balance of savory herbs and zesty spices, every bite bursts with flavor. Serve it alongside fresh greens or grains for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- 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 red apple vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (ideally 2 to 4 hours) in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove chicken from marinade and place it in a baking dish.
- Top each chicken breast with crumbled feta.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast topped with feta (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg