Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts is a quick and delicious dish that brings together the perfect balance of sweet honey and savory garlic, all enveloped in a rich soy sauce glaze. In just 30 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The delightful flavors make this chicken a family favorite, appealing even to picky eaters. This recipe is not only simple but also highly versatile, allowing you to serve it with rice, noodles, or fresh vegetables. Get ready to impress your family and friends with minimal effort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
- 1/3 cup honey
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise into thinner pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then coat with flour.
- Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan.
- Melt the remaining butter over medium-low heat and sauté garlic for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce and vinegar, scraping bits from the pan. Stir in honey, salt, and pepper; simmer for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to the pan, simmering in the sauce for an additional minute before serving garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg