Description
A perfect balance of sweetness and savory flavors that will impress at dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or steamed vegetables (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear the chicken breasts until golden-brown on both sides, about 5-6 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken and lower the heat, adding unsalted butter and sautéing minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and optional red pepper flakes, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cooking with sauce for an additional 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
- If desired, thicken the sauce using a cornstarch-water mixture.
- Let the chicken rest, then slice and serve with garnish.
Notes
Be mindful of cooking times as stovetops vary; adjust heat as needed for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 300 kcal
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Protein: 30 g