Honey Garlic Chicken
A quick and comforting chicken dish coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Chicken breasts cook quickly and hold the glaze well.
- 1/2 cup honey Adds natural sweetness.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium if preferred.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For frying and adding richness.
- to taste salt and pepper For basic seasoning.
- optional chopped green onions For garnish; adds fresh crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and olive oil until well combined.
- Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of olive oil.
- Gently place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Quality ingredients make a difference. Let the chicken rest after cooking for juiciness. Can adjust sweetness with vinegar if too sweet.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 600mgSugar: 20g
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