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Honey-Lemon Chicken

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Honey-Lemon Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken glazed in a sweet, tangy, and slightly sticky honey-lemon sauce. Made in one pan with pantry staples, it’s perfect for a vibrant weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and soy sauce. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce. Simmer together for 1–2 more minutes.
  6. Serve hot, spooning extra sauce over the chicken and garnishing as desired.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for deeper flavor—adjust cook time as needed.
  • Swap lemon for orange juice and zest for a citrus twist.
  • Add steamed veggies or toasted nuts for texture and balance.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) after searing if preferred.

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