Description
Get ready to embark on a flavor adventure with “Hot Honey Feta Chicken”! This delightful dish combines the irresistible sweetness of honey with the tangy richness of feta cheese, creating a mouth-watering experience that’s sure to captivate your taste buds.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Olive oil
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Lemon juice
- Honey
- Chili flakes
- Apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- Butter or olive oil
- Minced garlic
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley or mint
- Lemon zest or juice
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- Chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Begin by combining the chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the flavorful marinade. Allow the chicken to marinate for 15-30 minutes.
2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Once the chicken is done, set it aside.
3. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, chili flakes, vinegar or lemon juice, butter or olive oil, and minced garlic. Simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
4. Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the cooked chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Top the chicken with crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of lemon zest or juice.
Notes
While the recipe calls for boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, you can experiment with different cuts to find your personal preference.
The amount of chili flakes used in the hot honey sauce can be adjusted to suit your desired level of spice. Start with 1 teaspoon and gradually increase the amount until you reach your perfect balance of sweet and heat.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 80