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Easy Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Hot Honey Feta Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts seared to golden perfection and baked with a sweet and spicy honey sauce topped with creamy feta cheese. The combination of honey, hot sauce, garlic, and lemon juice creates a delightful balance of sweet heat and tangy flavor, finished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a vibrant and satisfying meal.

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

Toppings and 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
  • Fresh parsley or oregano for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to cook the chicken evenly when baked later.
  2. Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper to build a flavorful base.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear them for 4-5 minutes per side until they are golden brown but not fully cooked through.
  4. Make the Honey Mixture: While the chicken is searing, whisk together honey, hot sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl to create a sweet and spicy glaze.
  5. Add the Hot Honey Mixture: After removing the skillet from heat, spoon the honey mixture evenly over each seared chicken breast to infuse rich flavors.
  6. Top with Feta: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese generously over the top of each chicken breast for a creamy, salty contrast.
  7. 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 starts to melt.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh parsley or oregano if desired, serve while hot with the flavorful pan juices drizzled on top, and enjoy your savory and sweet-hot chicken dish.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes for your preferred level of heat.
  • Using an oven-safe skillet is crucial for seamless stovetop to oven cooking.
  • Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • For a dairy-free option, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based alternative.
  • Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Keywords: hot honey chicken, feta chicken, sweet and spicy chicken, baked chicken breast, easy chicken recipes, honey garlic chicken

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