Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken
Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken is a flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken breasts, a sweet and spicy hot honey marinade, and creamy feta cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. Each bite offers an irresistible blend of flavors, ensuring everyone will be asking for seconds. Elevate your dining experience with this delightful meal that combines comfort and taste effortlessly.
- 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)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup hot honey
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. In a bowl, mix together hot honey, minced garlic, olive oil, and oregano to create the marinade.
- 3. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or bowl, pour in the marinade, seal tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4. Transfer marinated chicken to the baking dish, sprinkle crumbled feta generously over each breast, and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5. Serve warm and drizzle any leftover marinade over the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg