Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the glaze over the chicken, ensuring even coating.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and caramelized around the edges.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley before serving. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For a crispy finish, broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Adjust honey and lemon to taste for sweeter or tangier flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg