Honey Garlic Chicken
This honey garlic chicken is a quick and easy dish that delivers restaurant-style flavor with minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium Chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 1 tbsp Butter Adds richness
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh is best but jar garlic works
- 1/4 cup Honey Main sweetness
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce Use low sodium if available
- 2 tbsp Chicken broth or water To loosen the sauce
- 1 tbsp Vinegar or lemon juice Adds a pop of flavor
- 1-2 tbsp Flour or cornstarch Optional, for sauce sticking
Instructions
Preparation
- Flatten the thick part of the chicken breasts by placing them in a bag and gently pounding the thick end.
- Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a little oil.
- Sear the chicken breasts in the hot pan until golden brown.
- Lower the heat and add butter and garlic to the pan.
- Once the garlic is fragrant, stir in honey and soy sauce, then add a splash of chicken broth or water.
- Let the sauce bubble for 1-2 minutes until glossy.
- Return the chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and let finish cooking.
Serving
- Serve the chicken with rice, roasted broccoli, or a bagged salad.
Notes
For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top. To make it kid-friendly, keep it sweet and garnish with sesame seeds. To store leftovers, place in an airtight container and pour excess sauce over the chicken. Consume within 3-4 days.