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Chicken Recipe

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This vibrant chicken dish balances bright citrus notes with the warmth of allspice and nutmeg, creating a complex yet approachable flavor profile. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then finished in a glossy, aromatic sauce made from honey, lemon juice, and fresh thyme. The addition of sliced jalape&# 195;±os offers a gentle kick, while green onions provide a fresh, crisp finish. It is an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests but remains simple enough for busy evenings. Serve over rice or alongside roasted vegetables to soak up every drop of the delicious glaze. This recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken with a sophisticated twist on traditional seasoning.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 105.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This vibrant chicken dish balances bright citrus notes with the warmth of allspice and nutmeg, creating a complex yet approachable flavor profile. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then finished in a glossy, aromatic sauce made from honey, lemon juice, and fresh thyme. The addition of sliced jalape&# 195;±os offers a gentle kick, while green onions provide a fresh, crisp finish. It is an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests but remains simple enough for busy evenings. Serve over rice or alongside roasted vegetables to soak up every drop of the delicious glaze. This recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken with a sophisticated twist on traditional seasoning.
Ingredients
  • 4 Green onions
  • 2 Jalapenos (seeded)
  • 1/3 cup Lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 2 Tblsp veg oil
  • 2 Tblsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 Teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 Teaspoon nutmeg
  • 6 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Directions
  1. 1
    Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt, ground allspice, and nutmeg.
  2. 2
    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. 3
    Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes, until golden brown and crusty on the bottom.
  4. 4
    Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes until nearly cooked through but still slightly pink in the center.
  5. 5
    Reduce heat to medium-low and add the sliced jalapeños and green onions to the pan, stirring briefly to coat in oil.
  6. 6
    Pour in the lemon juice and honey, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
  7. 7
    Spoon the sauce over the chicken breasts and add the fresh thyme leaves.
  8. 8
    Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, turning the chicken once, until internal temperature reaches 165ðF and sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. 9
    Transfer chicken to a serving platter and spoon the remaining pan sauce and vegetables over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 105.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2443.4mg102%
Total Carbohydrate 26.2g9%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Sugars 19.3g
Protein 1.7g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, lemon, honey, glaze, thyme, jalapeno, allspice, nutmeg, boneless, breasts, pan-seared, weeknight, dinner, easy, healthy, protein, citrus, spice, gluten-free, quick
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