Sautéed Chicken with Garlic and Honey Soy Glaze
Tender chicken breasts seared and glazed with a sweet and savory honey soy sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs olive oil, minced garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (about 12 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 stalks, thinly sliced for garnish green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz total) and season lightly with 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on one side until golden brown and edges are crispy. Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 4 minced garlic cloves, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 4: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp honey, stirring to coat the chicken evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Chicken with Garlic and Honey Soy Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Sautéed Chicken with Garlic and Honey Soy Glaze?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Garlic and Honey Soy Glaze?
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 Sautéed Chicken with Garlic and Honey Soy Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
What goes well with Sautéed Chicken with Garlic and Honey Soy Glaze?
Asian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
