Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken
Sweet, spicy, and savory, this Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken is the perfect weeknight dinner. Juicy chicken breasts are glazed with sticky hot honey, topped with creamy feta, and finished with fresh herbs. This quick and easy dinner idea is loaded with flavor, making it a family favorite. Perfect for busy nights, simple meal prep, or as part of your list of easy dinner ideas and food inspiration.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Tongs
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and almost cooked through.
- Reduce heat slightly and add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in hot honey and red pepper flakes, letting it bubble into a sticky glaze.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over each piece until fully coated.
- Remove from heat, top with crumbled feta, and garnish with parsley or thyme before serving.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for a richer flavor, but adjust cooking time as needed. Reheat gently in a skillet to maintain the glaze without burning.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 26gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 420mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg
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