Honey Chicken Breast Recipe

Here’s a simple and delicious Honey Chicken Breast recipe that gives you tender, flavorful chicken with a sweet and slightly tangy glaze.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)

• 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil

• 3 tbsp honey

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 tsp ginger, grated (optional)

• Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

   • Pat chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.

   • Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

2. Cook the Chicken

   • Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

   • Add chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 75°C).

   • Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Make the Honey Sauce

   • In the same skillet, lower heat to medium-low.

   • Add minced garlic (and ginger if using) and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Add honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Coat the Chicken

   • Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over each breast.

   • Let it cook together for another 1–2 minutes to coat the chicken in the glaze.

5. Serve

   • Slice the chicken if desired and drizzle any extra sauce from the pan on top.

   • Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.

Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a mixture of honey, soy sauce, and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.

• Serve with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.