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Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken Recipe

Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken Recipe
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This Hot Honey Infused Feta Chicken is a delightful blend of sweet heat and creamy tanginess, featuring juicy, seared chicken breasts glazed with spicy hot honey and topped with crumbled feta cheese and fresh thyme. Perfectly balanced with smoky paprika and garlic powder, this recipe makes an elegant yet easy weeknight dinner with a Mediterranean twist.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Honey and Toppings

  • 3 tablespoons hot honey
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. This helps the seasoning stick better and ensures a nice sear.
  2. Season the chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then evenly coat them with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper for a flavorful base.
  3. Preheat skillet: Place an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking and aid browning.
  4. Sear the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the hot skillet and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until they turn golden brown and develop a flavorful crust.
  5. Add hot honey glaze: Reduce the heat to low and drizzle the hot honey over the seared chicken. Spoon the honey as it bubbles to evenly coat the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes, infusing it with spicy sweetness.
  6. Transfer to oven: Move the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) to finish cooking the chicken through while retaining juiciness.
  7. Bake the chicken: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring it is fully cooked but still tender.
  8. Top with feta and thyme: Remove the skillet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and fresh thyme leaves on top of the hot chicken.
  9. Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes; this allows the juices to redistribute and the feta to soften into the honey glaze, enhancing flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Allow the chicken to rest before serving to keep it juicy and let the feta soften into the glaze.
  • Use an oven-safe skillet to easily transition from searing on the stovetop to baking in the oven without transferring the chicken.

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Keywords: hot honey chicken, feta chicken, spicy honey glaze, Mediterranean chicken, easy chicken recipe

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