Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey Garlic Chicken is a sweet and savory dish that features tender chicken coated in a luscious honey garlic sauce. Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, it's an easy weeknight dinner that pairs wonderfully with rice or vegetables.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Honey - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (ensure it's kosher)
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Begin by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and patting them dry with paper towels.
2. In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
3. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, making sure they are well-coated. Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet, reserving the marinade for later.
6. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
7. Pour the reserved marinade over the chicken and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
8. Remove from heat and transfer the chicken to a serving plate.
9. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.
• Honey has antibacterial properties and can help soothe sore throats.

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