Chicken with Haloumi and Honey
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Chicken with Haloumi and Honey recipe—an effortless blend of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors. Succulent pan-seared chicken breasts are paired with golden, crispy haloumi cheese and bathed in a luscious honey, garlic, and fresh thyme glaze. A bed of vibrant baby spinach or arugula provides a refreshing base, while toasted pine nuts and a squeeze of lemon add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a harmonious balance of crispy and tender textures with a delightful pop of sweetness and tang. Perfect for quick meals or special occasions, this recipe promises to impress with minimal effort. Serve it warm for a restaurant-quality experience at home!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 200 grams haloumi cheese
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 1 lemon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 100 grams baby spinach or arugula
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside to rest.
Step 3
While the chicken cooks, slice the haloumi into 1cm thick pieces. Finely mince the garlic and zest half the lemon.
Step 4
Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan and reduce the heat to medium. Add the haloumi slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the honey, lemon zest, and thyme leaves, and cook for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
Step 6
Return the chicken and haloumi to the pan, spooning the honey glaze over them to coat. Heat for 1-2 minutes to ensure everything is warm.
Step 7
Plate the baby spinach or arugula on serving plates. Slice the chicken and place it on top of the greens. Arrange the haloumi slices alongside the chicken.
Step 8
Drizzle any remaining honey glaze from the pan over the chicken, haloumi, and greens. Garnish with toasted pine nuts and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (823.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1800.8 |
| Total Fat 104.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 464mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5941.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 55.0g | |
| Protein 156.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1570.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 899.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories