Description
A deliciously easy Honey Garlic Baked Chicken recipe with a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, oregano, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and coat with the sauce.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, basting the chicken with sauce halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Broil for 2-3 minutes for a caramelized glaze.
- Let the chicken rest before serving. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.
Notes
For best results, use even-sized chicken breasts and baste while baking for enhanced flavor. Let the chicken rest before serving for maximum juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: honey garlic chicken, baked chicken, easy dinner, meal prep