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Honey Garlic Chicken

Indulge in the irresistible flavor of Honey Garlic Chicken, a dish that combines sweet and savory notes to create a culinary masterpiece perfect for any weeknight dinner. In under an hour, you can whip up this delightful meal that is sure to impress your family and friends. The tender chicken breasts are coated in a luscious honey garlic sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. Serve it with rice or steamed veggies for a complete meal that satisfies cravings and warms the heart.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts.
  2. In a bowl, mix together minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and olive oil until smooth.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken and simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, drizzled with sauce and topped with chopped green onions.
  • Author: Stefanie Weber
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz or 170g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: - Feel free to substitute soy sauce with coconut aminos for a gluten-free option. - For added zest, consider incorporating lime juice into the sauce. - This dish pairs perfectly with steamed broccoli or jasmine rice.