Description
Looking for a bold, flavorful dinner that comes together effortlessly? This Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken delivers sweet heat, creamy tang, and juicy satisfaction all in one skillet. It’s the perfect combination of spicy honey glaze, golden-seared chicken, and warm crumbled feta—ideal for a quick dinner, easy meal prep, or a healthy yet indulgent dish to impress your guests. Whether you’re exploring dinner ideas, craving a protein-packed easy recipe, or just love delicious food ideas that don’t require hours in the kitchen—this one hits the mark.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
0.5 cup hot honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
0.75 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon butter (optional)
fresh rosemary or thyme for garnish
Instructions
1. Pat chicken breasts dry, pound for even thickness, and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
2. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine hot honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in butter if using.
3. Heat olive oil in a cast iron or oven-safe skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Brush or spoon glaze over chicken and transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C). Bake 15–18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5. During the last 5 minutes of baking, top each piece with crumbled feta and return to oven.
6. Let chicken rest 5 minutes. Drizzle with extra glaze and garnish with rosemary or thyme before serving.
Notes
Let the chicken rest before slicing to lock in moisture.
Use block feta packed in brine for best texture and flavor.
Simmer the glaze low and slow—don’t let it burn or thicken too much.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked + Skillet
- Cuisine: American Mediterranean Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: hot honey chicken, spicy chicken, feta chicken, easy dinner, healthy recipe