Hot Honey Feta Chicken Recipe
Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a savory and sweet dish that combines tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy feta mixture and a drizzle of spicy honey. This easy-to-make recipe is bursting with flavor and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal.
- Author: SANA
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
For the Feta Mixture:
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
For the Hot Honey Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1–2 tsp hot sauce (like sriracha or chili flakes, to taste)
- Chopped parsley or thyme, for garnish (optional)
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment or lightly grease it.
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Place in prepared dish.
- In a small bowl, mix feta, cream cheese, lemon juice, and garlic powder until combined. Spread evenly over each chicken breast.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While chicken is baking, heat honey and hot sauce together in a small saucepan over low heat until warm and combined.
- Drizzle hot honey over baked chicken just before serving. Garnish with herbs if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of hot sauce in the honey mixture to suit your spice preference.
- This dish pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Hot Honey Feta Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Feta Cheese Recipe, Spicy Honey Chicken