Easy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe
This Easy Hot Honey Feta Chicken recipe combines juicy, seared chicken breasts with a sweet and spicy honey sauce, topped with creamy crumbled feta cheese and baked to perfection. The balance of flavors from the honey, hot sauce, garlic, and feta creates a delightful dish that’s quick to prepare and perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Honey Sauce
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or oregano for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure even cooking of the chicken during baking.
- Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to build a flavorful base.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked through.
- Make the Honey Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 teaspoons hot sauce, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (if using), minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice to create the sweet and spicy sauce.
- Add the Hot Honey Mixture: Remove the skillet from heat and spoon the honey sauce evenly over each seared chicken breast, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- Top with Feta: Sprinkle 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese over each chicken breast for a creamy, salty contrast.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the feta slightly melts.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh parsley or oregano if desired. Serve hot, drizzled with pan juices for a delicious meal.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes to control the spiciness level.
- Make sure to use an oven-safe skillet for the searing and baking steps.
- For best results, let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to retain juices.
- Pair this dish with a simple side salad or roasted vegetables.
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