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Honey Garlic Chicken Breast

Honey Garlic Chicken Breast is a quick skillet recipe made with tender chicken and a sweet savory honey garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American-Asian fusion

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (2 pieces)
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 tbsp 50 g unsalted butter (or 2 1/2 tbsp olive oil)
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create four thin cutlets. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  • Place flour in a shallow dish and coat each piece of chicken evenly. Shake off excess flour.
  • Heat most of the butter in a large skillet over high heat, reserving about 1 teaspoon for later.
  • Add chicken and cook for 2–3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for 1 minute.
  • Reduce heat to medium-high. Move chicken slightly to one side of the pan.
  • Add garlic and the remaining butter. Stir briefly until fragrant.
  • Pour in vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Stir gently to combine.
  • Let the sauce simmer for about 1 minute until slightly thickened.
  • Turn chicken pieces to coat thoroughly in the sauce. If the sauce thickens too much, add a small splash of water.
  • Remove from heat immediately. Plate the Honey Garlic Chicken Breast and spoon the glossy sauce over the top.

Notes

  • Serve with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.