Hot Honey Feta Chicken (Print View)
Sweet-spicy chicken with creamy feta, fresh herbs, and a zingy honey glaze for vibrant flavor.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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680 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.5 teaspoon onion powder
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0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
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0.5 teaspoon fine salt
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0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Hot Honey Sauce
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60 ml honey
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1 to 2 teaspoons chili flakes, to taste
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter or olive oil
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1 garlic clove, finely minced
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Pinch cayenne pepper, optional
→ Garnish
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80 g feta cheese, crumbled
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Fresh parsley or mint, chopped
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Lemon zest or extra lemon juice
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Toasted sesame seeds or extra chili flakes, optional
# Directions:
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Pat dry the chicken and place in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Evenly coat with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Allow to marinate for 10–15 minutes at room temperature or up to 1 hour refrigerated.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes per side if using thighs or 4–5 minutes per side if using breasts, until fully cooked. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
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In a small saucepan, combine honey, chili flakes, butter or olive oil, minced garlic, and vinegar or lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until bubbly and aromatic. Adjust chili or add a pinch of cayenne for desired heat.
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Arrange cooked chicken on a serving dish. Spoon hot honey sauce over the chicken. Top with crumbled feta and allow to sit for a few minutes to slightly soften the cheese. Garnish with chopped parsley or mint, lemon zest, and if desired, toasted sesame seeds or more chili flakes.
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Serve with rice, couscous, roasted vegetables, or warm flatbread. Drizzle remaining sauce over accompaniments for enhanced flavor.
# Notes:
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Resting the chicken with sauce and feta briefly enhances flavor and texture.