Description
This honey lemon chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that balances sweetness and tang with tender, juicy chicken. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it features a golden, sticky glaze made with real honey, fresh lemon juice, and garlic—served best over rice or with steamed veggies.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Lemon zest and chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in honey, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer.
- (Optional) Mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir into sauce to thicken.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish with lemon zest and chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- Chicken thighs give a juicier texture, but breasts work for a leaner option.
- Double the sauce for extra drizzle over rice or veggies.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy twist.
- Great for meal prep—keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
