Honey and Lemon Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Honey and Lemon Chicken recipe—a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Tender, golden-seared chicken thighs are paired with a luscious sauce made from fresh lemon juice, fragrant zest, rich honey, and a splash of soy sauce, perfectly thickened to coat every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cook time, this quick and easy dish is ideal for busy weeknights and sure to impress your family or guests. Garnished with fresh parsley and best served over fluffy rice, quinoa, or crisp steamed vegetables, this recipe is a crowd-pleasing twist on classic chicken dinners, bursting with flavor and vibrancy. Perfect for fans of easy skillet meals, this honey and lemon chicken will quickly become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (skinless, boneless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 unit zest of one lemon
- 0.25 cup chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add this mixture to the skillet along with the chicken stock. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then return the chicken thighs to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the skillet, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the chicken with fresh parsley.
Serve the Honey and Lemon Chicken hot, paired with your choice of rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.2 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 3904 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.9 g | ||
| Protein | 111.5 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1221 mg | 26% | |
*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.
