Spicy-Sweet Hot Honey Feta Chicken: Your New Favorite Dinner (Print Version)
How to make tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze with tangy feta that's ready in under 30 minutes.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Contemporary American
Dietary: High-Protein
# Ingredients:
→ Base & Main Components
01 -
1.5 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 ounces (about 1 cup) crumbled feta cheese
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1/2 cup honey
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3-4 cloves garlic, minced
→ Flavor Builders for the Glaze
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2-3 tablespoons hot sauce (like Sriracha or Frank's RedHot)
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Seasonings & Thickener
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Finishing Touches
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
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1/2 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Pat chicken thighs dry, then season generously with salt and pepper. This ensures a crispy exterior and flavorful base for your Hot Honey Feta Chicken. Mince your garlic for the sauce now.
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In a bowl, whisk together the honey, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and minced garlic. This forms the sweet, spicy, and tangy foundation for your delicious Hot Honey Feta Chicken glaze.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and sear for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken, setting aside.
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In the same skillet, add the whisked glaze mixture. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water, then whisk into the glaze. Bring to a simmer, stirring, until thickened.
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it in the luscious hot honey glaze. Stir in the unsalted butter until melted and emulsified into the sauce, creating a rich finish for your Hot Honey Feta Chicken.
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Sprinkle generously with crumbled feta cheese and fresh cilantro or parsley. If desired, add a dash of red pepper flakes for extra heat. Serve your Spicy-Sweet Hot Honey Feta Chicken immediately and enjoy!
# Notes:
01 -
Pat chicken thighs thoroughly dry before searing for a delicious golden-brown crust, preventing steaming.
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Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days; cool completely first.
03 -
Substitute regular soy sauce with gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free version; the flavor remains just as wonderful.
04 -
Serve immediately over fluffy rice, with roasted broccoli, or in warm pita bread with cool tzatziki for balance.
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Prep the hot honey glaze up to 3 days ahead and store refrigerated; cook chicken fresh just before serving.
# Tools You'll Need:
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large skillet
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cutting board
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knife
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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large mixing bowl
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small mixing bowl
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whisk
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tongs or spatula
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airtight container
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 550
Total Fat: 35g
Total Carbohydrate: 36g
Protein: 34g