Irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the mouthwatering combination of sweet and savory with this Irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken. Each bite features tender chicken coated in a sticky honey-garlic glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish fills your kitchen with an enchanting aroma that will have everyone rushing to the table. Simple to prepare yet bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish and pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over each piece.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F). Baste occasionally with sauce for extra flavor.
- For added color, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
- Transfer to plates and drizzle with remaining sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 341
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 554mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg