Description
Experience the delightful fusion of sweet and savory with this Honey Garlic Chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a luscious glaze made from honey, garlic, and soy sauce, creating a dish that elevates any weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience. Perfect for impressing family or guests, this quick and easy recipe will become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for cooking
- Chopped green onions or sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper.
- 2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, and cornstarch until smooth.
- 3. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 4. Add Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- 5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast (150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 635mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg