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Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts

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.
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Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 323
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
  2. Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thinner steaks.
  3. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the flour in a shallow dish and coat each chicken steak in flour, shaking off the excess.
  5. Cook the Chicken:
  6. In a large skillet, melt most of the butter (save about 1 tsp for later) over high heat.
  7. 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.
  8. Turn the heat down slightly to medium-high.
  9. Make the Sauce:
  10. 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.
  11. Once the butter melts, stir the garlic briefly to avoid burning it, about 30 seconds.
  12. Add the apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and honey to the pan. Stir or shake the pan to combine the ingredients.
  13. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 1 minute or until slightly thickened.
  14. Coat the Chicken:
  15. 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.
  16. Serve:
  17. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on plates.
  18. 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.