Description
Honey Lemon Garlic Chicken brings juicy flavors dancing across your dinner plate with zesty Mediterranean-inspired magic. Tender chicken breasts glazed in sweet and tangy sauce will make your family ask for seconds at the table.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Liquid Ingredients:
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Lemon slices
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Whisk ¼ cup honey, ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme in a medium bowl until completely blended.
- Place 4 chicken breasts in a large zip-top bag and pour the entire marinade over them. Seal the bag and gently massage to coat each chicken piece evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours, turning the bag occasionally.
- Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Discard remaining liquid. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. The surface should turn golden brown and caramelize from the honey.
- Transfer chicken to a serving plate and let rest for 3-5 minutes. The resting period allows juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley. Drizzle any remaining pan drippings over the chicken for extra flavor.
Notes
- Choose bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for maximum flavor and juiciness when preparing this dish.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours, but overnight in the refrigerator will develop deeper, more complex taste profiles.
- For a gluten-free version, replace regular soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to keep the recipe safe for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Always use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally, which guarantees safe and perfectly cooked protein without drying out the meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg