Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Honey Garlic Heavenly Chicken, a dish that masterfully combines sweet honey and savory garlic with tender chicken. Perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and guests alike. With its mouthwatering glaze and versatile serving options, every bite promises a delightful culinary experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast
- 1/2 cup (170g) honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil if needed.
- Remove chicken from marinade (reserve it) and cook in the skillet for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Pour reserved marinade into the skillet and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve warm with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg