Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken Breast recipe combines the sweetness of honey with the savory depth of garlic and soy sauce for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. Crispy, golden chicken breasts are simmered in a rich honey garlic sauce that’s perfect for serving over rice, veggies, or simply on its own. It’s an easy, delicious meal that your family will love!
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
- ⅓ cup honey
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large frying pan over medium to medium-high heat.
- Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise into four thinner pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then coat each piece evenly with flour.
- Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt the remaining butter over medium-low heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce and vinegar, scraping the pan to release any browned bits. Stir in honey, pepper, and salt. Let the sauce simmer for 4-5 minutes, until it thickens.
- Return the chicken to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 1 minute, until the chicken is warm and coated in the sauce.
- Serve the chicken garnished with thinly sliced green onions.
Notes
- Serve the chicken with steamed rice, roasted veggies, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- If you like a bit of heat, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- For a richer flavor, try using dark soy sauce in place of regular soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
