Ingredients
– 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (granulated garlic)
– 1/4 cup cornstarch (or all-purpose flour as substitute)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 tablespoons salted butter
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1/3 cup pure, runny honey
– 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce (regular or gluten-free tamari)
– Fresh oregano or Italian parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1-Step 1: Prepare the Chicken: Begin by cutting 1 1/2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs into bite-size pieces. Pat them dry to help with browning, then season with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Toss the pieces in 1/4 cup cornstarch or all-purpose flour for that crispy coat. I suggest doing this step carefully to ensure even coverage.
2-Step 2: Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Cook the chicken for 8-10 minutes until itβs golden and fully cooked through. Stir occasionally to get an even cook. You are going to love how the outside crisps up while the inside stays juicy.
3-Step 3: Make the Sauce and Combine: Add 4 tablespoons salted butter, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/3 cup pure honey, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce to the skillet. Let it all cook together for about 5 minutes so the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. If you want a thicker sauce, remove the chicken temporarily and let it reduce, then mix back in.
4-Step 4: Finish and Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh oregano or Italian parsley if you have it, and serve right away. Drizzle extra honey on top for extra sweetness. This recipe makes about 4 servings, perfect for family meals. I often pair it with veggies for a full plate.
Last Step:
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πΎ Cornstarch or flour both work well to coat chicken and help sauce adhere.
π Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor impact.
π§ The combination of butter and olive oil creates a perfect, crispy crust on chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying, simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 483
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 1123mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 139mg
