Honey Garlic Chicken Breast
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
378 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Honey Garlic Chicken Breast
Description
The recipe starts by seasoning lean chicken breasts with kosher salt, black pepper, and lemon pepper seasoning for a bright, peppery note. The chicken is cooked in olive oil over medium-high heat to develop a golden surface while retaining juiciness. After removing the chicken, a sauce is made in the same pan by briefly cooking minced garlic, then whisking in chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and gluten-free flour to create a smooth, slightly thick sauce.
The chicken returns to the pan to be coated and warmed in the sauce, which adds a layered honey garlic flavor that complements the lemon pepper seasoning. The sauce’s balance of sweet, salty, and garlicky notes enhances the mild chicken breast without overpowering it. Fresh parsley adds color and a mild herbaceous contrast at serving.
This dish pairs well with rice, vegetables, or salad. For optimal texture, avoid overcooking the chicken breasts to keep them tender and avoid dryness. Substitutions for gluten-free flour or broth can be made based on dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 4 chicken breast about 5 oz each
- 2 Teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- salt to taste, Kosher
- black pepper to taste, Kosher
- 1 Tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
Sauce:
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 1 Tablespoon gluten-free flour
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Heat the 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the 4 chicken breasts with Kosher salt and ground pepper and 2 Teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning on both sides.
- Cook over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through. Set aside and cover to keep warm. About 5-6 minutes on each side.
- Next, to the same preheated skillet, make the sauce: add the 4 garlic cloves and cook for no more than 1 minute. Add the 1/4 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce, 1 Tablespoon gluten-free flour, 1/4 cup honey and whisk well, or until no visible lumps.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon over the honey garlic sauce. Continue to cook for a minute or two, just until hot.
- Serve immediately garnished with 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- Chicken breasts provide a lean option but boneless thighs can be used if preferred for richer flavor.
- Chicken broth can be swapped for vegetable broth without changing the dish significantly.
- Fresh garlic is preferred over garlic powder for more pronounced flavor in the sauce.
- All-purpose flour or whole wheat flour can replace gluten-free flour; cornstarch is an alternative thickener.
- Take care not to overcook the chicken breasts to maintain juiciness and avoid a rubbery texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 378 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 378kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 50g | 100% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 874mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 927mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 83IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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