Honey Garlic Lemon Chicken
Honey Garlic Lemon Chicken is the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, turning a simple dinner into a memorable feast. Juicy chicken breasts marinate in a harmonious mixture of honey, garlic, and lemon juice before being baked to perfection. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings warmth and togetherness to your dining table. Serve it with rice or steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and ground ginger until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Arrange the marinated chicken in the baking dish and drizzle with olive oil before baking for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Halfway through cooking, baste the chicken with leftover marinade for extra flavor.
- Once done, serve with sauce from the pan and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, marinate overnight. - Substitute honey with maple syrup for a unique twist or add chili flakes for heat.