Hot Honey Feta Chicken: Your New Go-To Family Favorite

Hot Honey Feta Chicken combines juicy chicken thighs with a luscious honey glaze and creamy feta, making it a perfect family meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 5

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Bone-in Chicken Thighs

For the Honey Glaze

1/4 cup Honey or agave syrup as a substitute
2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
3 cloves Garlic minced
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust for desired heat
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh juice preferred

For the Feta Topping

1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled; goat cheese or ricotta can be used
2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Leaves or Italian seasoning

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
mixing bowl
whisk

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice.
Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish and coat with the honey glaze.
Crumble feta cheese around the chicken and sprinkle fresh thyme on top.
Bake for 35-45 minutes, basting halfway through.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with extra thyme and pan juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 27gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is a delightful balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors with a high-protein content. It's perfect for any occasion.

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