Description
A delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it ideal for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil until thoroughly combined.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish and pour the honey garlic sauce over the top, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing, then garnish with chopped green onions. Serve over rice or alongside your favorite vegetables.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for an hour or overnight for deeper flavor. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving can add brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: honey garlic chicken, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner