Perfect Hot Honey Feta Chicken
This Hot Honey Feta Chicken recipe delivers a delightful explosion of flavors, combining sweet honey, spicy chili flakes, and salty feta cheese. It's an easy-to-make and versatile dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Meat thermometer
- Paper towels
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1.5-2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup honey
- 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped optional garnish
- Extra honey for drizzling optional garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Season generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Pour the hot honey sauce over the chicken breasts in the skillet.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the chicken.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and a drizzle of extra honey (if desired).
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the hot honey sauce. Leftover Hot Honey Feta Chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can prepare the hot honey sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you don't like feta, you can try using goat cheese or ricotta cheese instead.