Best 3 Garlic Lemon Honey Chicken Recipes
Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean and the Far East with our Garlic Lemon Honey Chicken recipe. This delightful dish seamlessly blends the tangy zest of lemon, the aromatic essence of garlic, and the sweet allure of honey, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Cucumber Salad with a hint of mint and a delectable Garlic Butter Asparagus that adds a touch of elegance to your meal. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to a world of culinary delights.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
HONEY-LEMON-GARLIC BRINED CHICKEN BREASTS
These incredibly moist, juicy chicken breasts are brined in a mixture of honey, lemon and garlic, with sea salt, thyme and black pepper. Then they're baked and basted with more honey, lemon juice and pan juices to really bring out the flavor. Absolutely delicious! Prep time includes brining time.
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 13h54m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large plastic bag placed in a large, deep pot (a stockpot is good) combine the water, salt, honey, dried thyme, garlic halves, black pepper and sliced 1/2 lemon.
- Add chicken breasts to brine and tie up bag tightly.
- Allow chicken to brine in the refrigerator, covered, for at least 12 hours, preferably no more than 18 hours.
- When brining time is up, remove chicken from brine (no need to rinse) and place in a baking dish.
- Bake chicken, covered, in a 375 degree F oven for one hour.
- After one hour, remove cover, sprinkle the juice of 1/2 lemon over chicken breasts; drizzle each chicken breast with just over a tablespoon of honey; gently spoon some pan juices over them, and season to taste with black pepper.
- Return to oven for 20 more minutes, or until breasts are nicely browned a little.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.8, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 18712.6, Carbohydrate 59, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 54.1, Protein 31.1
SEARED LEMON CHICKEN WITH GARLIC, HONEY & BALSAMIC VINEGAR
A tasty, lemony, low fat dish. Needs to be marinated for 30 minutes. Accompany with rice and a green vegetable.
Provided by Carolyn Jay
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the chicken breasts side by side in a shallow dish. Mix together the lemon juice, garlic, honey, balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil & 1 tbsp chopped parsley and pour over the chicken. Turn the breasts over until well coated. Leave in the fridge to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Brush a non stick griddle pan with the remaining oil and heat until very hot. Lift the chicken breasts from the dish (reserve the marinade) and add them to the pan.
- Sear quickly for 1-2 minutes on each side until the chicken browns, lower the heat and cook for about 10 minutes or until the chicken is done, turning the breasts over once or twice.
- Pour the reserved marinade over the chicken, remove from the pan and arrange on serving plates. Grate over the lemon zest and scatter with the rest of the parsley. Cut the lemon into wedges and serve with the chicken.
GARLIC, LEMON & HONEY CHICKEN
Before this recipe, I had never thought to try these trio of ingredients together with chicken. I haven't tried it yet, but I can't wait to. Let me know what you think!
Provided by ladywisconsin
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the garlic, wine, Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tbs of the oil, and lemon juice and marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes, preferably a bit longer and up to 1 day.
- Heat the remaining oil or a mixture of oil and butter in a large skillet. Mix together the flour, salt and pepper in a shallow pie pan or something similar. Take the chicken from the marinade (but save the marinade!) and dredge it in the flour mix. Saute the chicken in the oil/butter mix until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- Mix the honey in with the marinade. Pour this over the chicken, cover, and simmer 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is done.
- Serve over pasta or rice for a more filling meal.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for best results.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can cause the chicken to steam rather than brown.
- Use a good quality honey: The honey in this recipe is not only for sweetness, but it also helps to caramelize the chicken and give it a beautiful golden color. Use a raw, unfiltered honey for the best flavor.
- Use fresh garlic and lemon: Fresh garlic and lemon zest add a ton of flavor to this dish. Be sure to use fresh ingredients for the best results.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is best when it is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking can make the chicken dry and tough.
Conclusion:
This Garlic Lemon Honey Chicken is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It's packed with flavor from the garlic, lemon, and honey, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. Serve it over rice or noodles, or with a side of roasted vegetables.
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