Description
A delightful dish balancing sweet and spicy flavors, filled with chicken, colorful vegetables, and whole grains for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup hot honey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and chop vegetables.
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix hot honey with soy sauce and lime juice. Add this mixture to the pan.
- Toss in vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking until they are tender yet crisp.
- Serve chicken over rice or quinoa and drizzle with extra sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate chicken in hot honey and garlic for an hour before cooking. Substitute chicken with tofu for a plant-based option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American