Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts: Juicy Recipe for Home Cooks
This honey garlic chicken breasts recipe is perfect for home cooks looking to impress with a juicy, flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Seering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag, removing excess air, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or a pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken longer or overnight.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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