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Seared honey garlic chicken breasts in skillet with herbs and garlic butter sauce

Honey Garlic Chicken Breast With Italian Herbs

Chef Enzo, an Italian-American cuisine expert from Eat Every Slice, smiling while enjoying a plate of homemade pasta garnished with fresh basil.Enzo R.
Honey garlic chicken breast with Italian herbs is a sweet and savory skillet dinner made with tender chicken breasts simmered in a glossy honey garlic sauce. Italian herbs balance the sweetness and make this easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners and family meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Small Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs or spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Honey Garlic Sauce

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth.
  • Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook briefly until fragrant.
  • Pour the honey garlic mixture into the skillet and stir as it thickens.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and coat evenly with the sauce.
  • Simmer gently until the sauce becomes glossy and thickened.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Reduce honey slightly for a less sweet version. Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Keyword Easy Chicken Breast Recipe, Honey Garlic Chicken, Italian Herb Chicken, Skillet Chicken Dinner