Hot Honey Feta Chicken (Printer View)

Tender chicken breasts with melted feta and sweet-spicy hot honey for a quick high-protein meal.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each, pounded to 1-inch thickness)

→ Marinade & Seasoning

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

07 - 6 oz feta cheese, crumbled
08 - 2 tablespoons hot honey
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels. Pound to an even 1-inch thickness if needed for consistent cooking.
02 - In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture thoroughly over all sides of the chicken breasts.
03 - Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Avoid moving during searing.
04 - Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
05 - Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the feta is melted and slightly golden.
06 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle hot honey over the chicken while still hot. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between melted, creamy feta and spicy-sweet honey creates an addictive flavor combination that feels restaurant-quality but comes together faster than takeout.
  • One skillet from stovetop to oven means minimal cleanup and a dinner that's genuinely satisfying without making you feel like you've spent all evening cooking.
02 -
  • The moment you see golden brown on the chicken, stop moving it—I learned this the hard way by constantly poking and flipping, which breaks that crust you worked to build.
  • Not all hot honey is created equal, so taste yours before you drizzle it across the whole dish because some are legitimately spicy and others are barely warm.
03 -
  • If you make your own hot honey by mixing regular honey with hot sauce or red pepper flakes, do it a day ahead so the flavors meld together instead of tasting separate.
  • Let your chicken rest for those five minutes even though you're hungry—it redistributes the juices and gives you tender, moist chicken instead of meat that squirts out when you cut into it.
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