Description

Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken is a delightful combination of savory and sweet, where tender, juicy chicken meets the tantalizing heat of hot honey and the creamy richness of feta cheese. This dish is easy to prepare yet feels gourmet, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Feta cheese
Hot honey
Olive oil
Fresh thyme or oregano
Fresh lemon juice
Salt
Pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
While the chicken is cooking, crumble the feta cheese in a bowl. Add a tablespoon of hot honey, a teaspoon of lemon juice, and some chopped fresh herbs. Mix well to combine.
Once the chicken is seared, remove it from heat. Spoon the feta mixture generously over each chicken breast, ensuring it’s well covered.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
After removing the skillet from the oven, drizzle the remaining hot honey over the chicken for an extra kick of flavor.
Garnish with additional fresh herbs and lemon wedges, then serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 350
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg

Keywords: For more flavor, marinate the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for at least an hour or overnight. Adjust the heat by reducing the amount of hot honey or using a milder variety. This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.