Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts
These Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts are juicy, flavorful, and coated in a sticky-sweet garlic glaze. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or quick meal prep. Serve it with rice, veggies, or your favorite sides for a family-friendly dinner everyone will love.
Ingrédients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium preferred
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar optional
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water optional, for thickening
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C). Remove from pan and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Optional: Thicken the Sauce:
- Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir the slurry into the sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
- Coat the Chicken:
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let simmer for another 2–3 minutes to absorb flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions. Serve hot with rice, steamed vegetables, or mashed potatoes.