Easy Cinnamon Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Easy Cinnamon Chicken recipe, a tantalizing blend of sweet and savory flavors that’s ready in under 40 minutes! Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are seasoned with a unique mix of cinnamon, garlic powder, and black pepper, then simmered in a luscious honey-lemon broth that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess. This one-pan dish not only simplifies cleanup but also elevates your meal with bold, unexpected flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and pair it with fluffy rice or roasted vegetables for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Ideal for busy nights, this quick and flavorful cinnamon chicken recipe is a must-try twist on classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and ground cinnamon.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add honey, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine and deglaze the skillet, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
Turn the heat back to medium and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to slightly thicken.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and cover with a lid.
Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or honey if needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve the chicken warm with your choice of side dishes like rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.2 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3158 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.2 g | ||
| Protein | 218.4 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1983 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
