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Garlic Chicken with Honey Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Garlic Chicken with Honey recipe delivers tender, golden-brown chicken breasts glazed in a flavorful honey-soy garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it combines the savory depth of soy and garlic with the natural sweetness of honey, balanced by a touch of rice vinegar. Garnished with fresh green onions, this dish is both simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh cracked pepper, to taste

For the Sauce and Garnish

  • 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • Thinly sliced green onion, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the Fat: In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium to medium-high heat until butter is melted and the mixture is hot.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Slice each chicken breast lengthwise to create four thinner cutlets. Season all sides of the chicken with kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper, then dredge evenly on all sides with the all-purpose flour.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Place the floured chicken pieces in the hot pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, allowing a golden brown crust to form and the chicken to be nearly cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Melt Butter and Cook Garlic: Lower the heat to medium-low and melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the same pan. Once the butter is foaming, add the thinly sliced garlic. Stir constantly and cook for about 30 to 60 seconds until the garlic becomes fragrant but does not brown.
  5. Deglaze and Create Sauce: Add 1/4 cup soy sauce and 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar to the pan. Scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits. Add 1/3 cup honey, along with a couple pinches of pepper and a small pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
  6. Simmer the Sauce: Let the sauce gently simmer over medium-low heat for 4-5 minutes until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  7. Finish Cooking Chicken in Sauce: Return the cooked chicken along with any accumulated juices to the pan. Cook for about one more minute, allowing the chicken to warm through and be coated in the flavorful sauce.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle thinly sliced green onions over the chicken and serve immediately for best flavor.
  9. Enjoy! If you loved this recipe, please leave a 5-star rating and a review!

Notes

  • For best results, do not overcook the garlic; it should be fragrant but not browned to avoid bitterness.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier, more flavorful alternative.
  • Adjust honey quantity according to your preferred sweetness level.
  • Serve with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • If you prefer a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/garlic-chicken-with-honey-recipe/