Savory Chicken Delight
This easy, flavorful dish features tender baked chicken breasts coated in a sweet and savory glaze, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp mixed dried herbs (Italian seasoning works well)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or lightly grease it with olive oil.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and mixed herbs.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine soy sauce and honey. Whisk until smooth.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and drizzle the sauce over each piece.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer the chicken to plates and serve with your choice of vegetables or rice, drizzling any leftover sauce over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before baking. Feel free to customize with additional herbs or spices based on your preference.