Description
Honey Garlic Chicken is a delectable dish that perfectly marries sweet and savory flavors, making it an irresistible favorite for family dinners or gatherings. With succulent chicken coated in a glossy honey garlic sauce, this recipe transforms any meal into a delightful celebration. Easy to prepare and customize, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and olive oil until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated chicken in the baking dish and pour any remaining marinade over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, basting with pan juices in the last few minutes for extra glaze.
- Let rest briefly before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg