Description
Sticky, savory, and sweet, these Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts are the ultimate quick dinner idea. Perfectly seared chicken is coated in a glossy glaze made from honey, garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar—ready in under 30 minutes. It’s the kind of easy recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy dish. Whether you’re hunting for weeknight dinner ideas or healthy meal prep options, this is a foolproof, flavor-packed favorite that works for every occasion. Best served with rice or noodles, and ideal for anyone craving a healthy, high-protein meal without the fuss.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons honey
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onion, for garnish
Instructions
1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan.
3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
4. Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and simmer for 3–5 minutes. If needed, add cornstarch slurry to thicken.
5. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Notes
Let the sauce simmer until it reaches a syrupy consistency—it makes all the difference.
Always check the internal temperature of the chicken; 165°F is the sweet spot for juicy meat.
Garnish right before serving to preserve the vibrant color and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: easy dinner, chicken recipe, honey garlic chicken, quick meal, weeknight dinner