Creating Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare Chicken: Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This ensures a nice sear.
2. Mix Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, ground ginger, and black pepper.
3. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
4. Heat Pan: In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat.
5. Cook Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade for later) and add it to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
6. Prepare Sauce: While the chicken cooks, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
7. Thicken Sauce (Optional): If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Gradually add it to the marinade while stirring until it thickens.
8. Glaze Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked through, pour the thickened sauce over the chicken in the skillet, allowing it to coat the chicken evenly. Cook for an additional minute to heat the glaze.
9. Garnish: Remove the chicken from the skillet and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.