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Honey Chicken

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🍯 Enjoy Honey Chicken with a crispy texture and a deliciously sweet glaze that satisfies both your taste buds and your desire for comfort food.
πŸ— This recipe is quick to prepare and makes a perfect balanced meal with a delightful combination of savory and sweet flavors.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

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 it’s 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.

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Notes

🌾 Cornstarch or flour both work well to coat chicken and help sauce adhere.
πŸ‹ Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor impact.
🧈 The combination of butter and olive oil creates a perfect, crispy crust on chicken.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • 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