Description
Honey Garlic Chicken is the perfect combination of sweet and savory, featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a luscious, sticky glaze. This dish transforms any meal into a delightful experience, whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering with friends. With its aromatic blend of honey and garlic, this recipe is sure to impress and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and measuring out all components.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and brown sugar. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour leftover marinade into the skillet after chicken is cooked; let it simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy with rice or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Substitute chicken thighs for a richer flavor. - Add veggies like bell peppers or broccoli for added nutrition. - For a spicy kick, incorporate red pepper flakes or sriracha into the sauce.