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4 pieces of honey chicken breast in a black skillet with spoon in the honey garlic sauce on the side of the chicken breast.
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5 from 15 votes

Honey Garlic Chicken Breast

Simple chicken breast recipe cooked in a honey garlic sauce. Tender and juicy chicken that's easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
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Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Diet: Low Fat
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 4
Author: Rena Awada

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 chicken breasts about 5 oz each
  • 2 Teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
  • Kosher salt and ground pepper to taste
  • 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Sauce:

  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon gluten-free flour
  • 1/4 cup honey

Instructions

  • Heat the 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season the 4 chicken breasts with Kosher salt and ground pepper and 2 Teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning on both sides.
  • Cook the chicken for about 5 to 6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the thickest part reaches 165°F. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
    cooked chicken breast on a pan.
  • Next, to the same preheated skillet, make the sauce: add the 4 garlic cloves and cook for no more than 1 minute. Add the 1/4 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce, 1 Tablespoon gluten-free flour, 1/4 cup honey and whisk well, or until no visible lumps.
    honey is added to make the sauce in a black skillet.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon over the honey garlic sauce. Continue to cook for a minute or two, just until hot.
    honey sauce being poured over chicken
  • Serve immediately garnished with 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.

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Notes

  • Pound thick chicken breasts to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • Low-sodium soy sauce is recommended.
  • Chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breast.
  • Cornstarch can be used instead of flour to thicken the sauce.
  • Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for some heat.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat gently to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Serve with rice, quinoa, potatoes, or your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 874mg | Potassium: 927mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 83IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg