Description
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken glazed in a sweet and savory honey garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
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- Chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Pat your chicken dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Brown the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the pan and cook until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes on each side.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and the remaining butter. Pour this mix over the chicken in the skillet.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat and let everything simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas during cooking for extra nutrition. Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken, quick dinner, family-friendly recipe, comforting meal