Description
This Honey Lemon Chicken is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Juicy chicken is pan-seared and coated in a delicious honey lemon glaze, making it a quick and easy meal ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for a crispy coating)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- For the Honey Lemon Sauce:
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp ginger, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
- For Garnish (Optional):
- Lemon slices
- Green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat dry the chicken pieces and toss them with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- Sear the Chicken:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
- Make the Honey Lemon Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Combine & Simmer:
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir well.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and lemon slices.
- Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted veggies.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Adjust the honey-to-lemon ratio based on your taste preference.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicier version.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in a pan.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
