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Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish Recipe

Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish Recipe
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This Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a deliciously tangy and spicy dish featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts baked with a savory feta cheese topping and a sweet-spicy honey marinade. Enhanced with garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, this recipe offers a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, ideal for an easy yet impressive dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Feta Topping

  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Drizzle of olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • Black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, sliced (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  2. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the marinade and modify seasoning as desired—add more red pepper flakes for extra heat or honey for additional sweetness.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken, ensuring even coating. Seal or cover, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 to 4 hours for optimal flavor infusion.
  4. Prepare Feta Topping: In a small bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Mix gently and set aside.
  5. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off, and discard leftover marinade.
  6. Arrange Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and spoon the feta mixture evenly over each piece.
  7. Bake Chicken: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C) and feta is golden and bubbly. For additional color, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.
  8. Rest Chicken: Let the baked chicken rest for about 5 minutes to retain juices.
  9. Prepare to Serve: Arrange a platter with greens or roasted vegetables. Slice the lemon into wedges for serving.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Garnish chicken with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm, drizzled with any juices from the baking dish alongside lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken longer (up to 4 hours) enhances flavor and tenderness.
  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
  • For a crispier feta topping, broil the chicken briefly at the end of baking.
  • Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
  • Leftover chicken keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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