Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish. This delightful recipe features succulent marinated chicken breasts infused with a sweet and spicy honey blend, topped with creamy feta cheese, and baked to golden perfection. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that will leave your taste buds dancing! Perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or meal prepping for busy weekdays, this dish combines ease of preparation with impressive presentation. Serve it alongside fresh greens or roasted vegetables for a balanced meal that looks as good as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, red apple vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2 to 4 hours).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove chicken from marinade and place in a baking dish.
- Top each piece of chicken with crumbled feta cheese.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and feta is golden.
- Let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg