Hot Honey Feta Chicken (Printable Version)
Baked chicken breasts glazed with a spicy honey chili mix and topped with crumbled feta and fresh parsley.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Dairy
02 -
7 oz block of feta cheese
→ Sweeteners & Spices
03 -
1 cup honey
04 -
1 tablespoon chili flakes
05 -
1 teaspoon paprika
→ Oils & Acids
06 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
07 -
Juice of 1 lemon
→ Aromatics
08 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasoning
09 -
Salt and pepper to taste
→ Garnish
10 -
Fresh parsley
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 -
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 -
Combine honey and chili flakes in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat, stirring occasionally until infused. Set aside.
03 -
In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Let rest for 20 minutes at room temperature.
05 -
Transfer marinated chicken to a baking dish and crumble feta evenly over each piece.
06 -
Drizzle the hot honey mixture over the chicken and feta, ensuring even coverage.
07 -
Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
08 -
Remove from oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
09 -
Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken prior to serving.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Ensure internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.