Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts are a quick, flavorful dish that transforms ordinary chicken into a culinary delight. With tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a sweet and savory sauce made from honey and garlic, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it’s easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy. Serve it over rice or noodles, and watch as everyone gathers around the table for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour the honey-garlic mixture over the chicken and let it bubble for about 4-5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), approximately 5-7 more minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg