Description
Succulent honey garlic chicken breasts dance with sweet and savory flavors that elevate weeknight dinners from ordinary to extraordinary. Crispy edges and juicy interiors invite you to savor each delectable bite of this irresistible culinary creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) honey
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) grated ginger
- Salt
- Pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Craft the aromatic honey garlic sauce by whisking together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and grated ginger in a small mixing bowl until thoroughly blended. Reserve the sauce for later use.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both surfaces to amplify the flavor profile.
- Warm a large skillet over medium-high heat, adding a light drizzle of olive oil. Once the oil shimmers, carefully place chicken breasts into the pan.
- Sear chicken for approximately 5-6 minutes per side, ensuring a golden-brown exterior and an internal temperature reaching 165°F (75°C). Monitor cooking to prevent overcooking.
- Reduce skillet heat to low and gently pour prepared sauce over the chicken. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, creating a glossy, caramelized coating.
- Remove skillet from heat and let chicken rest for 2-3 minutes to retain moisture and redistribute internal juices.
- Transfer chicken to serving plate, drizzling remaining pan sauce over the top for maximum flavor intensity.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a vibrant visual and herbal accent. Serve immediately alongside complementary side dishes.
Notes
- Swap honey for agave or maple syrup to create a vegan-friendly version of the sauce.
- Tenderize chicken breasts by pounding them to an even thickness before cooking to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake and create a lighter, healthier dish for those watching their sodium consumption.
- Marinate chicken in the honey garlic sauce for 30 minutes before cooking to infuse deeper flavors and create more tender meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg