Description
Glazed chicken is a quick and delicious main dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into extraordinary feasts. In just 30 minutes, you can create tender chicken breasts coated in a mouthwatering sweet and savory glaze made from soy sauce, honey, garlic, and rice vinegar. This easy-to-follow recipe balances delightful flavors to please everyone at the table. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside vibrant steamed vegetables for a complete meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this glazed chicken will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and rice vinegar until well combined.
- Place the chicken in the baking dish and pour half of the glaze over them, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), basting halfway through with remaining glaze.
- Serve immediately, drizzling any leftover glaze over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 284
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 76mg