Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Garlic Chicken, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a luscious honey garlic sauce that caramelizes beautifully. This simple yet impressive dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, combining sweet and savory elements that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With just a few ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a meal that dazzles the palate and showcases your culinary skills.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken breasts dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Place seasoned chicken in a baking dish and pour half of the honey garlic sauce over the top, reserving the rest for later.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), drizzling some reserved sauce halfway through.
- Switch the oven to broil for an additional 3-5 minutes for a golden glaze; watch closely to avoid burning.
- Serve the chicken topped with remaining sauce alongside steamed rice or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg