Ingredients
– 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– ¼ cup honey
– ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
– 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Honey Lemon Chicken is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to achieve a delicious result:
1. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2. Make Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic, and cornstarch until smooth.
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
5. Add Sauce: Pour the honey-lemon mixture over the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
6. Simmer: Let the sauce simmer for about 5-10 minutes, or until it thickens and becomes glossy.
7. Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish.
8. Serve: Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, drizzling any extra sauce over the top.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly, ensuring a satisfying meal for everyone!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g