Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs (about 4 pieces), bone‑in or boneless
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ to ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup chicken broth or low‑sodium soy sauce (for depth)
- Optional: lemon zest, pinch of red pepper flakes
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat. Add chicken and sear until golden & cooked through (≈4‑6 minutes per side), then transfer to a plate. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Lower heat to medium. Add butter and garlic to the pan and sauté briefly until fragrant. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Pour in lemon juice, honey, and chicken broth (or soy sauce), scraping up any browned bits. Stir and bring to simmer; cook for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and glistens. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Return the chicken to the pan, spoon the glaze over it, and cook 1–2 minutes more so it gets sticky and coated. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs (and lemon zest or red pepper flakes, if using) before serving. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Use a splash of soy sauce or broth for more balance and depth (Asian-style twist). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or Dijon mustard for a flavor boost. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Chicken thighs add juiciness—but breasts work great too. Adjust cooking time as needed. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Reheat gently in a skillet, adding a bit of water or stock to loosen the glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan‑sear then glaze
- Cuisine: American / Fusion
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
