Description
A heartwarming and easy Honey Garlic Chicken recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Cooked rice or vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until well blended.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the pan and sear for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken breasts with thighs for juicier meat or use maple syrup instead of honey for a lighter option. Add vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken, weeknight dinner, family meal, easy recipe, comfort food, chicken recipe