Description
Sweet, tangy, and savory, this Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake with Feta Cheese features tender chicken breasts baked with a honey cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, crumbled feta cheese, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for an easy dinner served with rice or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with salt and black pepper.
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, cranberries, and dried thyme or rosemary. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the honey cranberry mixture over the chicken breasts. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm with the sauce spooned over the chicken.
Notes
- Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a complete dinner.
- Fresh or dried cranberries can be used.
- Choose dried thyme or rosemary according to your preference.
- Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American