Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1/2 cup honey
– 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
– Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Honey Lemon Chicken is a delightful process. Follow these simple steps for a successful dish:
1. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add Ingredients: Pour in honey, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Stir to combine.
6. Thicken Sauce (optional): If desired, mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and add it to the sauce to thicken. Stir well.
7. Return Chicken: Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.
9. Serve: Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.
By following these steps, you will create a delicious Honey Lemon Chicken that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 28g