Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts are juicy chicken pieces cooked in a sweet and savory garlic sauce. This quick and delicious dish balances the natural sweetness of honey with the rich, aromatic flavor of garlic, making it an ideal and easy weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free soy sauce for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to warm up.
- Cook the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Place them in the heated skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
- Make the sauce: Stir in 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar into the skillet with garlic. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Thicken the sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water) to the skillet. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.
- Coat the chicken: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Coat them evenly with the thickened honey garlic sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley or green onions over the chicken and serve immediately, ideally with steamed rice or vegetables.
Notes
- Serve with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.
- Add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make the dish gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
