Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken
Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Juicy chicken breasts are bathed in a sweet and spicy hot honey marinade, then topped with creamy feta cheese that melts beautifully as it bakes. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you’ll create a stunning meal that’s sure to delight your taste buds.
- 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 (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, hot honey, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring even coverage.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C). Drizzle any leftover marinade before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor absorption. - For added variety, substitute feta with goat cheese or mix in herbs like rosemary or thyme. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.