Description
This Hot Honey Feta Chicken recipe features juicy, oven-baked chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, topped with tangy crumbled feta cheese and broiled to golden perfection. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce and Topping
- 1/2 cup hot honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Season Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
- Make Honey Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together hot honey, olive oil, garlic powder, and dried oregano until fully combined to create a flavorful glaze.
- Coat Chicken: Pour half of the hot honey mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Add Feta and Broil: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the chicken and place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is golden and slightly bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and drizzle the remaining hot honey mixture over the chicken before serving for an extra kick of flavor.
Notes
- Check internal chicken temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce the amount of hot honey or substitute with regular honey.
- The broiling step is key to achieving a golden, slightly crispy top from the feta cheese.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
