Hot Honey Feta Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken prep
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4 chicken breasts, no bones
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp paprika
→ Toppings
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3 tbsp spicy honey (store-bought or homemade)
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Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
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1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Put parchment paper on a baking tray to stop sticking and make clean-up faster.
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Pour olive oil over the chicken breasts in a big bowl. Toss them with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until both sides are fully coated. Go heavy on the seasoning—it adds all the flavor!
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Warm up a large skillet on medium-high. Put the chicken in when hot and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until you have a nice golden crust. Don’t skip this step for crispy edges!
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Move the skillet-seared chicken to the prepared baking tray. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until done. Use a thermometer to check—it should read 165°F (75°C) inside.
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Once the chicken’s out of the oven, keep it on the tray. Pour the spicy honey generously on top, then scatter the feta crumbles over each piece.
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Pop the tray back into the oven for 5 minutes or so. Let the honey caramelize and the feta get soft with a little bubbling around the edges.
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Take the tray out and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle parsley on top for freshness and color. Serve hot and dig in!
# Notes:
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To make your own spicy honey, heat up 1/2 cup of honey with 1-2 teaspoons of chili flakes.
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For juicier chicken, pound the breasts to the same thickness before cooking.
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This dish pairs great with roasted veggies or a fresh salad.