Honey-Soy Glazed Lemon Herb Chicken

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Juicy chicken breasts bathed in a sticky-sweet glaze with bright citrus notes, perfect with roasted vegetables. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.2 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 4 chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tbsp lemon juice from 1 lemon in a bowl.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Pour soy sauce mixture evenly over chicken, add 1 tbsp fresh thyme, and transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting twice with pan juices. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Lemon Herb Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Soy Glazed Lemon Herb Chicken?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Lemon Herb Chicken?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Soy Glazed Lemon Herb Chicken for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Honey-Soy Glazed Lemon Herb Chicken gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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