Best 5 Honey And Nutmeg Chicken Breasts Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Honey and Nutmeg Chicken Breasts, a symphony of flavors that will delight your palate. This delectable dish, nestled amidst a medley of enticing recipes, offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory, with tender chicken breasts glazed in a luscious honey and nutmeg sauce. Accompanied by a medley of tantalizing side dishes, including a refreshing cucumber salad, creamy mashed potatoes, and crisp green beans, this main course promises an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're seeking a weeknight dinner solution or a centerpiece for a special occasion, this recipe collection has something for every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HONEY GLAZED CHICKEN



Honey Glazed Chicken image

I received this recipe from a friend of mine and have used this for years. My family requests this one often. It's a light meal that everyone will enjoy. Serve with steamed rice.

Provided by jbrink1

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken in hot oil until lightly brown, about 5 minutes. Pour honey mixture into skillet and continue to cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 33.6 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 481.2 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

HONEY BAKED CHICKEN



Honey Baked Chicken image

An economical and family-friendly meal.

Provided by Brucejoy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
⅓ cup butter, melted
⅓ cup honey
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken breasts into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Whisk butter, honey, mustard, salt, and curry powder together in a bowl until smooth; pour sauce evenly over chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbling and chicken is no longer pink inside, 30 to 45 minutes. An instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a breast should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 569.3 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH MELON RELISH



Chicken Breasts with Melon Relish image

This tropical-tasting melon relish is sweet and very flavorful. It tastes so good with the tender chicken breasts and is perfect for summer. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
RELISH:
1 cup diced cantaloupe
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1 green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the salt, ginger, nutmeg and pepper. Rub over both sides of chicken. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat 6-8 minutes on each side, until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the relish ingredients. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY NUTMEG CHICKEN



Creamy Nutmeg Chicken image

Being a new mom on a small budget, I've been experimenting with chicken recipes. I actually wanted to make another dish but didn't have all the ingredients, so I substituted a few and came up with this recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 to 8 chicken pieces, skin removed
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 can (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
Additional ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter. Remove chicken and set aside. , In the same skillet, saute onion and parsley until onion is tender. Add the soup, sour cream, milk, nutmeg, sage, thyme and rosemary; mix well. Return chicken to the skillet an spoon sauce over pieces. , Simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, basting occasionally. Sprinkle with additional nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts :

BAKED ASIAN-STYLE HONEY CHICKEN



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A marinade of honey, ginger, soy sauce, onion and garlic give this chicken dish an authentic Asian flavor without a lot of fuss.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
3 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • To Marinate: Arrange chicken pieces in a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a small bowl combine the onion, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and honey; mix together and spoon mixture over chicken. Cover dish and refrigerate to marinate for 1 hour, turning pieces once.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Bake chicken at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Turn pieces over and top with green onion, then continue baking for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is tender and cooked through and juices run clear. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 620.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 204.3 mg, Fat 41.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 51.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 553.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh and high-quality chicken breasts. This will ensure that your dish is flavorful and juicy.
  • Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use a combination of olive oil and butter to cook the chicken. This will give the chicken a nice golden brown color.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make sure the honey and nutmeg glaze is simmering when you add it to the chicken. This will help to thicken the glaze and prevent it from burning.
  • Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Honey and nutmeg chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the honey and nutmeg glaze is flavorful and slightly sweet. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

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