Description
Tender chicken breasts simmered in a glossy honey-garlic glaze, balanced with umami and sweetness. Ready in 20 minutes, this Asian-inspired dish is perfect for quick weeknight meals or packed lunches.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs (680g) chicken breasts
1/4 cup (60ml) honey
3 tbsp (45ml) soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
1.5 cups steamed white rice
2 green onions, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Pat chicken dry and cut into 1-inch cubes
Combine honey, soy sauce, and garlic in a bowl
Add chicken and toss to coat; let marinate 15 minutes while preheating pan
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering
Cook chicken in single layer, 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown
Pour marinade into skillet, deglaze pan, and boil 5 minutes for thick sauce
Serve immediately over steamed rice
Notes
Use boneless, skinless thighs for juicier texture
Clover honey provides optimal sweetness balance
Swap vegetable oil with olive oil for enhanced aroma
Use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free option
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing/Reduction
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg