Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts recipe is your perfect weeknight dinner—juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a glossy, sticky-sweet glaze of honey, garlic, and soy sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy and flavorful meal that will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add honey, soy sauce, and water. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over to coat.
- Cook for 2 more minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, drizzled with extra honey garlic sauce.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Add red pepper flakes for heat or lemon juice for brightness.
- Sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 1 week.
- Works great with salmon or tofu as protein substitutes.
