Honey Garlic Chicken Breast (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken breast cooked with honey, garlic, soy, and butter for a flavorful meal.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Poultry
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 lb)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Coating
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
→ Sauce and Cooking
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3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil)
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2 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon light soy sauce
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1/3 cup honey
# How to Make It:
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Slice each chicken breast horizontally to produce four even steaks. Season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
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Place flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken steak in flour, shaking off any excess.
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Heat a large skillet over high heat and melt most of the butter, reserving about 1 teaspoon. Add the chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden on one side. Flip and cook for an additional 1 minute.
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Reduce heat to medium-high. Create space in the skillet and add minced garlic along with the reserved butter teaspoon. Stir briefly until fragrant and the butter melts.
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Incorporate apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and honey into the pan. Stir or gently shake to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for approximately 1 minute until sauce thickens slightly.
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Turn chicken pieces to coat fully with the sauce. If the sauce thickens excessively, add a small amount of water and stir to loosen consistency.
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Remove skillet from heat. Plate the chicken and drizzle with remaining sauce from the pan.
# Extra Tips:
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For gluten-free preparation, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch though browning may be less even. Light or all-purpose soy sauce is recommended to maintain balanced flavor.
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This sauce pairs well with other proteins such as firm tofu, prawns, or fish; adjust cooking times accordingly and follow similar flour coating and searing steps.