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Honey Garlic Chicken Breast

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-12-04 |18 Comments
Honey Garlic Chicken Breast
Photo of Honey Garlic Chicken Breast - finished dish

Honey Garlic Chicken Breast

PREP15 min
COOK20 min

This Honey Garlic Chicken Breast recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken with a sticky-sweet glaze. Quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight dinner!

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Pat chicken dry and pound to even thickness. Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  2. 2
    Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, shaking off the excess.
  3. 3
    Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4-5 minutes per side, until cooked through and golden. Remove to a plate.
  4. 4
    Reduce heat to medium, add remaining butter, then add garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. 5
    Add honey, soy sauce, water, and apple cider vinegar (if using). Stir and simmer 2-3 minutes.
  6. 6
    Return chicken and juices to skillet. Turn to coat in sauce, simmer 2-3 minutes more, until sauce is glossy and thickened.
  7. 7
    Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot!

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