Description
Glazed Chicken is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal centerpiece for any meal. This recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts enveloped in a rich glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and garlic. As the chicken cooks, the glaze caramelizes to create a sticky coating that’s simply irresistible. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress everyone at the table. Pair it with fluffy rice or seasonal vegetables for a wholesome dinner that’s both satisfying and delicious. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality dish right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3-4 pieces)
- Fresh garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Brown sugar (1/4 cup)
- Low-sodium soy sauce (1/4 cup)
- Chicken broth (1/4 cup)
- Honey (2 tablespoons)
- Olive oil (for searing)
- Cornstarch (1 tablespoon)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sear in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the seared chicken; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot with extra glaze drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Ensure even cooking by using similarly sized chicken breasts. - Customize the glaze by adding ginger or chili flakes for an extra kick. - Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juices.