sixtic Whip up this Easy Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Breast in just 12 minutes!
🍯🧄 Juicy chicken coated in a sweet-savory glaze—perfect for busy weeknight dinners. Pair with rice or veggies for a quick, family-friendly meal!
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for color)
- For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
- ¼ cup (60ml) honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
- 1 tbsp water
- Optional: 1 tsp sesame seeds or chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Prep the Chicken:
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika (if using).
- If chicken breasts are thick, pound them to an even ½-inch thickness for faster, even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
- Make the Glaze:
- In the same skillet, lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and water. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until the glaze thickens slightly.
- Glaze the Chicken:
- Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon glaze over the breasts, flipping to coat both sides. Cook for 1 minute to warm through.
- Serve:
- Slice chicken or serve whole, drizzled with extra glaze from the pan.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
- Pair with quick sides like steamed rice, roasted veggies, or a simple salad.
Total Time: 12 minutes (5 min prep, 7 min cook)
Tips:
- Make it faster: Use thin-cut chicken breasts or cutlets to reduce cooking time.
- Substitutions: Swap honey for maple syrup or brown sugar; use tamari for gluten-free.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave with a splash of water to loosen the glaze.
- Spicy kick: Add ½ tsp red pepper flakes to the glaze for heat.
