Simple Honey Garlic Chicken
Simple Honey Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a perfectly balanced sweet and savory sauce. With the rich flavors of honey and garlic, this recipe transforms everyday ingredients into an impressive meal that’s ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners with friends. Easy to prepare and versatile, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey and soy sauce. Pour into skillet with garlic.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions over the dish before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey-soy mixture for up to 24 hours before cooking. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option. Feel free to add colorful veggies such as bell peppers or broccoli.