Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
• Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. 2 In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ground ginger.
3. 3 Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place on a sheet pan.
4. 4 Brush each chicken breast with half of the honey-garlic mixture.
5. 5 Bake for 20 minutes.
6. 6 Meanwhile, whisk cornstarch slurry in a small bowl.
7. 7 After 20 minutes, pour chicken broth over the chicken and drizzle with remaining honey-garlic mixture.
8. 8 Return to oven for 5 more minutes.
9. 9 Remove from oven and drizzle cornstarch slurry over the chicken.
10. 10 Place under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely, until glaze thickens.
11. 11 Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
12. 12 Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Tips

• For even cooking, ensure chicken breasts are roughly the same thickness.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes to the glaze.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain texture.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with steamed rice or a fresh green salad.
• Pairs well with roasted vegetables on the same sheet pan.

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