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Lemon Honey Glazed Chicken

Tender chicken thighs or breasts glazed with a bright, tangy lemon-honey sauce balanced perfectly between sweet and savory. This easy and flavorful dish is ready in under 30 minutes, ideal for quick weeknight dinners or healthy meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)
  • for garnish fresh parsley or thyme

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, Dijon mustard, and chicken broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the skillet.
  • Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in butter if using, for extra gloss and richness.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and spoon glaze over each piece. Cook for another 2 minutes to coat well.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgSugar: 10g
Keyword Easy Weeknight Dinners, Healthy Comfort Food, High Protein Meals, Low calorie chicken meal prep
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