Name: Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/2 cup honey; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Red pepper flakes, to taste; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

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I bring together juicy chicken with creamy feta and a sweet-spicy hot honey drizzle, resulting in a bold and flavorful dinner that hits the perfect balance of salty, spicy, and sweet. Hot Honey Feta Chicken Dish

Why I’ll Love This Recipe

I’ll love this recipe because it delivers crispy, tender chicken topped with a creamy, tangy feta layer and finished with a sticky hot honey glaze that’s just the right mix of heat and sweetness. It’s quick, satisfying, and uses simple ingredients that pack a big flavor punch.

ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup honey
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Red pepper flakes, to taste
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

directions

I preheat the oven and lightly grease a baking dish.
In a small bowl, I whisk together the honey, olive oil, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
I place the chicken breasts in the greased dish and spoon the honey mixture over them.
I bake until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is hot and bubbly.
I sprinkle crumbled feta over the chicken during the last few minutes of baking so it softens but not completely melts.
I finish with fresh parsley for a bright touch before serving.

Servings and timing

I get approximately 4 servings.
Prep time: about 15 minutes
Cook time: around 25 minutes
Total time: approximately 40 minutes

Variations

I can make it spicier by adding more red pepper flakes or using hot honey.
I can swap in chicken thighs for more juiciness.
I can bake instead of sauté for a lighter version.
I may try goat cheese or blue cheese instead of feta for a different flavor profile.

storage/reheating

I store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
I reheat in the oven or air fryer to help the chicken stay crispy.
If I want to freeze, I freeze unsauced cooked chicken for up to 2 months, then reheat and add sauce later.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes, I can use boneless thighs—in that case, I’ll adjust the cooking time for juicier results.

Can I bake instead of frying?

Absolutely. I can bake at 400 °F (200 °C) for about 25–30 minutes until cooked through.

What hot sauce should I use in the honey?

I like using Frank’s RedHot, Sriracha, or Cholula—each brings a different level of heat and flavor.

Is store-bought hot honey okay to use?

Definitely—it’s a convenient shortcut if I want to skip making the sauce from scratch.

Can I make this ahead of time?

I can bread or prep the chicken ahead of time and just cook and sauce it right before serving to keep things fresh.

Conclusion

I find Hot Honey Feta Chicken to be a standout weeknight dinner—it’s crispy, creamy, spicy, and sweet all in one. I appreciate how easy it is to make, and I can customize the heat, cheese, and even the cooking method to suit my mood or what I have on hand. It’s a recipe I’ll return to again and again.