Description
Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinner or impress guests at your next gathering. This dish features tender chicken coated in a glossy honey garlic sauce, creating an irresistible aroma that fills the kitchen. Perfectly balanced and easy to make, this recipe ensures a culinary experience that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup high-quality honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and ground ginger until smooth.
- Pour half of the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- During the last 10 minutes of baking, drizzle remaining sauce over chicken to enhance juiciness and flavor.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving; garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg