Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake with Feta Cheese is a sweet, tangy, and savory baked chicken dish perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. Made with honey, balsamic vinegar, cranberries, and topped with creamy feta, this one-pan recipe is both simple and elegant.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, and thyme.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour the honey mixture over it.
- Scatter cranberries over the chicken and sauce.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle feta cheese over the chicken and return to oven for 5 minutes.
- Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
– Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
– Maple syrup can substitute for honey if preferred.
– Goat cheese or blue cheese may be used in place of feta.
– Frozen cranberries work well too—no need to thaw.
– Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 40
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American
