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Honey & Soy Chicken Recipe

What makes this recipe special is the dark amber color given by the soy sauce and honey which is almost caramelized during cooking. You can serve the honey & soy chicken with boiled rice or with rice and veggies for a complete dish with a balanced taste.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Chinese, Oriental
Keyword: chicken breasts recipe, easy chicken recipe, honey chicken, honey soy chicken, sesame seeds chicken, soy chicken
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 220kcal
Author: YourFoodBuddy

Ingredients

  • 2 breasts chicken
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 3-4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp granulated garlic
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground pepper
  • 4 tbsp sesame seeds toasted

Instructions

  • Score the chicken breasts
  • Season with spices
  • Heat up a skillet with olive oil
  • Add the seasoned chicken breasts
  • Add the butter, soy sauce and honey
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes on both sides
  • Cover with lid half of the time
  • Add cherry tomatoes at the last minute, optional
  • Remove from stove
  • Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds
  • Serve with pleasure

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 1158mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 513IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 2mg