Description
Crispy hot honey feta chicken is a culinary delight that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a sweet and spicy honey feta sauce. This dish not only fills your kitchen with an enticing aroma but also delivers an explosion of flavors in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will make you feel like a gourmet chef without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix honey, crumbled feta, thyme, chili flakes, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and generously spoon sauce over each piece.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg