Description
A sweet and spicy skillet chicken with honey glaze and crumbled feta that’s ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Hot Honey Sauce
¼ cup honey
1–2 tsp chili flakes
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
1 tbsp butter or olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
Optional: pinch of cayenne
For Garnish
½ cup crumbled feta
Fresh parsley or mint
Lemon zest or juice
Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken dry and season with olive oil, lemon juice, and spices. Marinate briefly.
2. Sear chicken in a hot skillet for 5–6 minutes per side, or bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.
3. In a small saucepan, combine honey, chili flakes, butter, garlic, and vinegar. Heat until bubbly.
4. Pour sauce over cooked chicken and top with crumbled feta.
5. Garnish with herbs, lemon zest, and serve warm.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne to the sauce.
Use thighs for juicier results or breasts for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken portion
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Hot Honey Feta Chicken, Sweet and Spicy Chicken, Glazed Chicken Breast, 30 Minute Chicken, Feta Cheese Chicken