Description
A simple and flavorful honey garlic chicken dish that’s quick to prepare and delicious to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, black pepper, paprika, salt, and lemon juice.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, coating them evenly. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Pour remaining marinade into the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Marinate longer for deeper flavor (up to 2 hours).
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Serve with rice or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: honey garlic chicken, easy chicken recipe, quick dinner