Description
Glazed Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for both busy weeknights and special occasions. With tender chicken breasts enveloped in a sticky honey-soy glaze, this recipe transforms everyday ingredients into an extraordinary meal that will leave everyone craving more. Ready in under 30 minutes, it pairs beautifully with steamed jasmine rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a well-rounded dining experience. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a cozy family dinner, this easy glazed chicken recipe is sure to elevate your culinary repertoire and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in half of the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While baking, thicken the remaining marinade in a saucepan over medium heat by mixing cornstarch with water and adding it until glossy.
- Drizzle the glaze over baked chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg