Print

Cozy Honey Garlic Chicken Breast Recipe with Crispy Roasted Potatoes That Impress

honey garlic chicken breast - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy honey garlic chicken breast recipe paired with crispy roasted potatoes, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights. The honey garlic glaze caramelizes beautifully, keeping the chicken juicy and the potatoes golden and crunchy.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170 g each), patted dry
  • 1 lb (450 g) baby Yukon gold or red potatoes, halved or quartered depending on size
  • 3 tablespoons honey, preferably raw or local
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the halved baby potatoes in a mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil, dried thyme or rosemary, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  2. While the potatoes roast, pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, not cooked through.
  4. Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Let the sauce bubble and thicken for 2-3 minutes, coating the chicken.
  5. Turn the chicken to coat it well in the sauce. If the skillet is oven-safe, transfer it directly to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Otherwise, transfer the chicken to a baking dish, pour the sauce over it, and bake.
  6. Check the potatoes; if golden and crispy, remove from oven, otherwise roast a few more minutes.
  7. Once the chicken is cooked, remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
  8. Serve the honey garlic chicken breasts alongside the crispy roasted potatoes. Drizzle any extra sauce over everything and sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce. Avoid burnt garlic by lowering heat if it browns too fast. Let chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy. Flip potatoes halfway through roasting for even crispiness. Reheat potatoes in toaster oven or broiler to restore crispiness.

Nutrition

Keywords: honey garlic chicken, roasted potatoes, quick dinner, easy chicken recipe, weeknight meal, cozy dinner, honey garlic glaze, crispy potatoes

Find it online: https://leilameals.com/cozy-honey-garlic-chicken-breast-recipe-with-crispy-roasted-potatoes-that-impress/