Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken with Roasted Veggies
This Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken is a sweet, savory, and garlicky delight that’s crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Paired with a side of roasted vegetables, this dish is a perfect weeknight dinner that comes together in 30 minutes. The sticky honey garlic sauce caramelizes beautifully, creating a restaurant-style dish right in your kitchen!
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Oven-safe baking sheet
- Tongs
- Small saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Roasted Vegetables:
- 1 zucchini sliced
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- ½ cup broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Season & Cook the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Roast the Vegetables:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the zucchini, red bell pepper, and broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Glaze & Serve:
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and coat evenly.
- Simmer for 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Serve hot with roasted vegetables on the side.