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Hot Honey Feta Chicken

Savory Hot Honey Feta Chicken That Will Spice Up Your Dinner

Experience a flavor explosion with Hot Honey Feta Chicken, a crowd-pleaser perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with avocado oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is preferable.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be a good alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use kosher salt for better texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for a stronger taste.
For the Topping
  • 4 ounces Feta Cheese Can substitute with plant-based feta.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Oven
  • Parchment paper
  • resealable bag

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Place your chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the top. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-4 hours.
  3. Prepare the topping by combining crumbled feta cheese with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  5. Remove the chicken from the marinade, arrange in the baking dish, and top with the feta mixture. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh greens or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken longer and consider broiling for a crispy finish.

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