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Hot Honey Feta Chicken: A Sweet and Spicy Delight!

Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a sweet and spicy dish featuring seared chicken breasts topped with a honey, feta, and red pepper flake mixture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts about 1 pound total
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, in a small bowl, mix together the honey, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice.
  5. Once the chicken is browned, pour the honey mixture over the chicken breasts, then sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 24g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or drizzle additional hot sauce over the chicken before serving.
  • Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to balance the richness of the dish.

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