Low Fat Honey Soy Chicken
Delight your taste buds with this simple yet flavorful Low Fat Honey Soy Chicken recipe—a perfect choice for those seeking a healthy weeknight dinner with big flavor. Juicy, boneless chicken breasts are marinated in a blend of tangy rice vinegar, sweet honey, and savory low-sodium soy sauce, infused with aromatic garlic and ginger for a restaurant-worthy profile. The chicken is seared to golden perfection before being baked in the oven, locking in its tenderness. A luscious homemade glaze thickened with a cornstarch slurry ties the dish together, while green onions and sesame seeds add freshness and texture to the final plate. Ready in just about 40 minutes, this low-fat, high-protein meal is ideal for anyone looking to indulge without the guilt. Perfect served with steamed rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp side salad!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup Low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is fully coated.
Cover and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours for more flavor infusion.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and reserve the marinade. Sear the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
While the chicken is baking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan.
In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then add it to the marinade.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Slice the chicken and drizzle it with the thickened sauce.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.0 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2830 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 223.3 g | 447% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2150 mg | 46% | |
*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.
