Description
Sweet and Spicy Chicken is a delightful dish that harmoniously blends the warmth of spices with the sweetness of honey. This recipe features tender chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful mix of garlic, soy sauce, and chili flakes, then baked to perfection for an irresistible glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, serve it over rice or alongside fresh veggies for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, apple cider vinegar, red chili flakes, and ground ginger.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes; overnight for best flavor.
- Arrange marinated chicken in the prepared baking dish and pour any remaining marinade on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Optional: Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a caramelized glaze.
- Serve hot with drizzled sauce from the baking dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 352mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg