Heart-Healthy Honey Glazed Chicken
Savor the perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors with our Heart-Healthy Honey Glazed Chicken recipe, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Featuring lean, skinless chicken breasts coated with a flavorful glaze made from honey, low-sodium soy sauce, olive oil, and aromatic spices like garlic, ginger, and thyme, this dish is both nutritious and delicious. Baked to perfection, the chicken is tender, juicy, and infused with a zesty hint of lemon juice for a light and refreshing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's an ideal weeknight dinner option that pairs beautifully with whole grains or steamed vegetables for a complete, heart-smart meal. Perfect for those seeking a health-conscious yet indulgent dish, this recipe is low in saturated fats and high in flavor—a must-try for anyone looking to eat better without compromising on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Skinless boneless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 for greasing Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, combine honey, low-sodium soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, black pepper, and dried thyme. Whisk until well mixed.
Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and pour the honey mixture over them, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and spoon some of the sauce from the dish over the chicken to baste it. Continue baking for another 5 minutes, uncovered, to allow the glaze to thicken.
Check that the chicken is cooked through by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve the honey glazed chicken with your choice of whole grains or a side of steamed vegetables for a complete, heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.5 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2509 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.9 g | ||
| Protein | 225.1 g | 450% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1973 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.
