Low Sodium Honey Chicken
Satisfy your craving for a sweet and savory meal with this flavorful Low Sodium Honey Chicken recipe. Perfectly tender strips of boneless, skinless chicken breast are infused with an irresistible blend of honey, low-sodium soy sauce, garlic, and apple cider vinegar for a guilt-free dish packed with bold taste. The quick 10-minute marinade ensures a burst of flavor in every bite without the excess salt, making this dinner a heart-healthy option. A cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to a glossy finish, while optional sesame seeds and green onion garnishes add the perfect touch of crunch and color. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-sodium honey chicken is ideal for weeknight dinners when you want something wholesome, delicious, and quick. Serve over steamed rice or alongside fresh veggies for a complete, balanced meal that the entire family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 units Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into thin strips, approximately 1 inch wide.
In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, low-sodium soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ground black pepper.
Add the chicken slices to the bowl, ensuring each piece is well-coated with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes for best flavor.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Remove chicken from marinade and place in the skillet. Reserve the remaining marinade.
Cook the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the pieces are cooked through and have a lightly browned color.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry.
Once the chicken is cooked, reduce the heat to medium and pour the reserved marinade into the skillet.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken pieces.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes.
Serve the honey chicken hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.9 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 1346 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.4 g | ||
| Protein | 147.3 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1326 mg | 28% | |
*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.
