Description
A sweet and savory Honey Garlic Chicken recipe that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably a few hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the marinated chicken onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, reserving the marinade.
- Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through, basting occasionally with the reserved marinade.
- For a sticky glaze, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Marinating the chicken longer enhances the flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg