Description
Some nights call for a dinner that’s quick, comforting, and guaranteed to please everyone at the table. These Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts are exactly that. Juicy pan-seared chicken is coated in a sticky-sweet, savory garlic sauce that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did.
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup honey
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2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
Optional garnish:
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Chopped green onions
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Sesame seeds
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry. Slice each one horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. -
Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken from the pan and set aside. -
Make the Sauce
Lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. -
Glaze the Chicken
Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes until glossy and well coated. -
Serve
Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
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Slice the chicken thin: Thin cutlets cook faster and stay juicier.
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Don’t rush the sear: Let the chicken brown properly before flipping for best flavor.
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Sauce too thin? Let it simmer longer, or add 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water.
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Extra flavor: Add a small knob of butter at the end for a richer, restaurant-style sauce.
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Make it spicy: Add chili flakes or a teaspoon of hot sauce to the glaze