Description
A quick and easy Honey Garlic Chicken recipe that brings a sweet and savory flavor to your dinner table, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 medium chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1/3 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. Stir until well blended.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a little olive oil if needed.
- Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and pour the honey garlic sauce over it. Cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Drizzle with any remaining sauce and garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
Marinating the chicken in the sauce for a few hours enhances the flavor. Use fresh garlic for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg