Sauce for Chicken
Delight in this easy-to-make chicken sauce that transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary experiences. Combining the savory notes of soy sauce, the sweetness of honey, and the zest of fresh lemon juice, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. The aromatic blend will entice your family and friends, leaving them craving more. Get ready to impress with this flavorful sauce that’s sure to become a new favorite!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and lemon juice. Marinate chicken in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear marinated chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from skillet. Pour remaining marinade into the skillet, add cornstarch mixture, and stir until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 293
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg