Hot Honey Feta Chicken

why make this recipe

Hot Honey Feta Chicken blends sweet, spicy, and salty in one easy dish. You get juicy baked chicken topped with melty feta and a bright honey-hot sauce. It cooks mostly in the oven and needs simple ingredients. This recipe is quick and can be a weeknight favorite.

introduction

This recipe uses common pantry items and simple steps. It makes a tasty meal that feels special without much work. If you like sweet and spicy chicken, you may also enjoy this slow cooker honey garlic chicken for a hands-off option.

how to make Hot Honey Feta Chicken

Make the hot honey mix, coat the chicken, and bake with feta on top. Start by mixing the sauce so flavors meld. Place chicken in a baking dish, pour the sauce over it, and add the crumbled feta. Bake covered first, then uncover to brown the cheese. For another simple sheet-pan idea, try this honey BBQ chicken rice bowl.

Ingredients :

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 200 g feta cheese, crumbled
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons hot sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, hot sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the hot honey mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
4. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
5. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley just before serving.

how to serve Hot Honey Feta Chicken

Serve this chicken with rice, roasted vegetables, or a green salad. Spoon any pan juices over the chicken for more flavor. For a simple dinner plate, add a side of steamed broccoli and warm rice. You can also pair it with a garlic bread and a light salad like the one in this honey garlic chicken breasts recipe one for a fuller meal.

how to store Hot Honey Feta Chicken

Cool the chicken to room temperature before storing. Put it in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F (160°C) until warm to keep the cheese texture. Do not freeze the dish with the feta on top; if you freeze, wrap chicken without the feta and add fresh feta after reheating.

tips to make Hot Honey Feta Chicken

• Pat the chicken dry so the sauce sticks well.
• Use room temperature ingredients for even cooking.
• If you want more heat, add extra hot sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
• For a creamier top, stir a little olive oil into the feta before sprinkling.
• For a one-pan switch, check this honey garlic chicken breasts recipe two for ideas on simple oven methods.

variation (if any)

• Add sliced onions or bell peppers under the chicken for more vegetables.
• Swap feta for goat cheese for a tangy creamier top.
• Use chicken thighs instead of breasts; cook a bit longer until done.
• Replace hot sauce with sriracha or chili paste for different heat styles.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: Thaw fully before cooking. Frozen chicken will not cook evenly in this bake.

Q: Is feta salty? Should I reduce salt?
A: Feta is salty. Taste the sauce before adding extra salt and use pepper instead if needed.

Q: Can I make the sauce ahead?
A: Yes. Mix the sauce and keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add it to chicken when ready to bake.

Q: How do I know chicken is cooked?
A: Use a meat thermometer. The internal temp should be 165°F (74°C). The juices should run clear.

Q: Can I skip the olive oil?
A: You can, but olive oil helps the sauce coat the chicken and keeps it moist.

Conclusion

This Hot Honey Feta Chicken is an easy and tasty meal that mixes sweet, spicy, and salty flavors. For a crisp version with similar flavors, see this Crispy Hot Honey Feta Chicken. If you want a bowl-style meal with hot honey chicken, try the Sheet Pan Hot Honey Chicken Bowls.