Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts
Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the sweet richness of honey with the savory depth of garlic, resulting in a perfect balance of flavors. This dish is quick enough for a weeknight dinner but elegant enough to serve at a dinner party. The combination of tender, juicy chicken breasts and the sticky, flavorful honey garlic sauce makes for a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with rice, vegetables, or a simple salad.
Ingredients
- 500 g / 1 lb chicken breasts boneless and skinless (2 pieces)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup flour Note 1
- 3 1/2 tbsp 50g unsalted butter (or 2 1/2 tbsp olive oil)
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or white or other clear vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce light or all-purpose (Note 2)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thinner steaks.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Place the flour in a shallow dish and coat each chicken steak in flour, shaking off the excess.
- Cook the Chicken:
- In a large skillet, melt most of the butter (save about 1 tsp for later) over high heat.
- Add the chicken steaks to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on one side. Flip the chicken and cook for another 1 minute on the other side.
- Turn the heat down slightly to medium-high.
- Make the Sauce:
- Create some space in the pan by moving the chicken to the edges, and add the minced garlic in the center. Top with the remaining teaspoon of butter.
- Once the butter melts, stir the garlic briefly to avoid burning it, about 30 seconds.
- Add the apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and honey to the pan. Stir or shake the pan to combine the ingredients.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 1 minute or until slightly thickened.
- Coat the Chicken:
- Turn the chicken steaks in the sauce to coat them evenly. If the sauce gets too thick, you can add a touch of water and stir to loosen it.
- Serve:
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on plates.
- Drizzle the remaining sauce from the pan over the chicken steaks before serving.
Notes
- Flour: Dredging the chicken in flour helps create a golden, crispy coating, which holds the sauce beautifully. You can also use a gluten-free flour substitute if needed.
- Butter vs. Olive Oil: If you want a richer flavor, use butter, but if you prefer a lighter option, olive oil works just as well.
- Adjust Sauce Thickness: If you like a thicker sauce, let it simmer longer. If it becomes too thick, simply add a little water or chicken broth to thin it out.