Description
Hot Honey Feta Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that blends the sweetness of honey with a spicy kick and a creamy feta sauce. It’s the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and heat, making it a family favorite. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight meal that feels indulgent without the hassle.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Hot Honey Sauce:
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⅓ cup honey
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1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon butter
For the Feta Sauce:
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4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
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½ cup Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 tablespoon olive oil
For Garnishing:
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
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Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
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Season & Cook Chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Set aside. -
Make Hot Honey Sauce:
In a small saucepan, combine honey, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar, and butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring until melted and blended. Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat. -
Prepare Feta Sauce:
In a food processor or blender, combine the crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, oregano, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy. -
Assemble & Serve:
Spoon the feta sauce onto a plate, top with the cooked chicken, and drizzle generously with the hot honey sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley, chili flakes (if desired), and lemon wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
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Spicy Adjustments: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the hot honey sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
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Make-Ahead Tip: The hot honey sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
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Substitution Ideas: You can swap the feta cheese for goat cheese if you prefer a tangier flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg