Low Fat Honey Chicken
Satisfy your cravings for a delicious yet guilt-free meal with this Low Fat Honey Chicken recipe! This healthier twist on a classic favorite features tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless, skinless chicken breast coated in a luscious honey-soy glaze. Flavored with fresh garlic, ginger, and a splash of rice vinegar for depth, this dish is both sweet and savory. A cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce thickens to a glossy perfection without adding unnecessary fat, while the use of vegetable oil spray keeps the cooking light. Garnished with fragrant green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners. Pair it with steamed rice or veggies for a balanced, delicious meal that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. Ideal keywords: low-fat honey chicken, healthy chicken recipes, quick dinners, sweet and savory chicken, easy low-calorie dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 spray Vegetable oil spray
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and rice vinegar. Set this honey marinade aside.
In another small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until it forms a smooth slurry. Set aside.
Spray a large, non-stick skillet with vegetable oil spray and heat over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour the honey marinade over the chicken, stirring to coat the chicken pieces evenly.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Once the sauce is thickened and glossy, remove the skillet from the heat.
Garnish the chicken with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or your choice of vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1091 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.9 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 1379 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.0 g | ||
| Protein | 160.5 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1384 mg | 29% | |
*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.
