Description
This honey garlic chicken recipe is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven – Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Chicken – Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Place them in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Make the Heavenly Sauce – In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rice vinegar until fully combined. If desired, add chili flakes for some heat.
- Pour It On – Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Bake It Up – Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste halfway through cooking with the juices from the dish.
- Serve and Enjoy – Let rest for five minutes before slicing. Drizzle with any leftover sauce and serve alongside rice or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg