Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts: Juicy Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners
A simple and delicious recipe for honey garlic chicken breasts that are perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, ginger, and black pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts, Chicken Recipes, Easy Dinners