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Juicy Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Breast

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A simple and delicious oven-baked chicken breast recipe featuring a sticky honey garlic glaze that keeps the chicken juicy and tender. Perfect for quick dinners with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ⅓ cup honey (113 grams)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (60 ml), low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15 ml)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes until smooth and slightly thick.
  3. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish, spreading them out so they aren’t touching.
  4. Pour half of the honey garlic mixture evenly over the chicken, turning each piece to coat. Let sit for 10 minutes if time allows.
  5. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C). Halfway through baking (7-8 minutes), baste the chicken with the remaining sauce.
  6. Check for doneness with a meat thermometer; chicken should reach 165°F (74°C). If no thermometer, cut into the center to ensure no pink remains and juices run clear.
  7. Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes for an extra caramelized finish, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating for better glaze adherence. Basting halfway through baking keeps chicken moist. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. For thicker breasts, slice horizontally for even cooking. Add a splash of water or chicken broth if sauce is too thick. Optional broil step caramelizes glaze.

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