Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken Breast recipe is a quick, 12-minute dinner idea featuring tender chicken in a mouthwatering 5-ingredient honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe uses pantry staples to create a flavorful glaze that pairs beautifully with rice or veggies.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
Produce:
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- Green onions, for garnish
Condiments:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar, seasoned
Baking & Spices:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Oils & Vinegars:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Dairy:
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess. - Sear the Chicken:
Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F/74°C internal temperature). Remove and set aside. - Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tbsp butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. - Combine:
Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes, basting the chicken with the glaze. - Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve immediately with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red chili flakes to the sauce.
- Substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar if unavailable.
- To thicken the sauce further, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir into the sauce.
