Description
Sweet and Spicy Honey Chicken is a delightful dish that perfectly marries the sweetness of honey with a hint of spice. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken coated in a glossy glaze, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for family dinners or casual gatherings. In just under 30 minutes, you can impress your guests with restaurant-quality flavors that are sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup high-quality honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil for searing
- Optional: 1 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish
- For the sauce: 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prep your kitchen by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, lime juice, cayenne pepper, and ginger. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and sear each side for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
- After the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, pour the remaining marinade over it and cook until slightly thickened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving hot alongside rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg