Honey Glazed Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, garlic, and black pepper.
3. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Sear chicken breasts for 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
6. Place chicken breasts in a single layer in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
7. Pour honey glaze over chicken breasts and spread evenly.
8. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and glaze is bubbling.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Saturated fat: 3 grams
• Cholesterol: 75 milligrams
• Sodium: 600 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams
• Fiber: 1 gram
• Sugar: 20 grams
• Protein: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender, juicy chicken breasts with a sweet and savory honey glaze
• Minimal preparation required
• Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or dinner party

User Comments:

• "This chicken is absolutely delicious! The glaze is perfect and the chicken is so moist and tender."
• "I love that this recipe is so simple to make, but it tastes like a restaurant-quality dish."
• "This honey glazed chicken is a hit with my family. It's sweet, but not too sweet, and the chicken is always cooked to perfection."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that the chicken is cooked through before serving by using a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
• You can adjust the amount of honey in the glaze to your liking. For a sweeter glaze, add more honey. For a less sweet glaze, reduce the amount of honey.
• If you don't have a large skillet, you can sear the chicken breasts in a grill pan or on a grill over medium heat.
• Serve the honey glazed chicken with your favorite sides dishes, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.