Glazed Chicken

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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Savory soy-ginger glaze with honey sweetness
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This Glazed Chicken is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that balances savory, sweet, and aromatic notes. The chicken breasts are marinated in a blend of soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger, and garlic, infusing the meat with deep flavor before cooking. The final glaze, made with honey and water, creates a sticky, glossy coating that caramelizes beautifully in the pan. It’s perfect for pairing with steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, or noodles. Simple ingredients come together to create a restaurant-quality dish at home, ideal for busy families or casual gatherings.

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Glazed Chicken

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 35.4

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This Glazed Chicken is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that balances savory, sweet, and aromatic notes. The chicken breasts are marinated in a blend of soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger, and garlic, infusing the meat with deep flavor before cooking. The final glaze, made with honey and water, creates a sticky, glossy coating that caramelizes beautifully in the pan. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for pairing with steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, or noodles. Simple ingredients come together to create a restaurant-quality dish at home, ideal for busy families or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Lightly coat a wok or large skillet with vegetable cooking spray.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
  3. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable bag.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken, turning to coat evenly.
  5. Let chicken marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
  6. While chicken marinates, mix the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, honey, and water in a small bowl.
  7. Heat the prepared wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding the liquid, and place in the hot pan.
  9. Brown chicken on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  10. Pour the honey mixture over the chicken.
  11. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to simmer.
  12. Increase heat to high and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
  13. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 35.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.8mg1%
Sodium 846.8mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 7.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 6.5g
Protein 1.5g3%

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

Note

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet to maintain the glaze texture.

For a vegan version, substitute chicken with firm tofu or tempeh. Use maple syrup instead of honey if desired.

Pat chicken dry before marinating to help it brown better. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ðF (74ðC) for safety.

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