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Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts are juicy, tender chicken pieces cooked in a sweet and savory garlic sauce. This quick and easy recipe perfectly balances the natural sweetness of honey with the bold flavor of garlic, enhanced by soy sauce and a hint of apple cider vinegar. Ideal for a weeknight dinner, this dish yields flavorful, saucy chicken that pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or vegetables.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Sauce

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or green onions

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken breasts.
  2. Cook the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with black pepper. Place them in the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Make the sauce: Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar into the skillet with the garlic. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Thicken the sauce: Add the cornstarch mixed with water to the simmering sauce. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  6. Reintroduce chicken: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, turning them in the sauce to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to heat through and blend flavors.
  7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the dish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving. Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

Notes

  • Serve with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables to complete the meal.
  • Add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For gluten-free option, ensure you use gluten-free soy sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

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