Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients:

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 1/4 cup honey
– 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Chicken:**
– Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

2. **Sear the Chicken:**
– Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
– Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. **Make the Glaze:**
– In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
– Add the soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, ground black pepper, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
– Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.

4. **Glaze the Chicken:**
– Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the glaze over them to coat evenly.
– Let the chicken simmer in the glaze for an additional 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure they are well coated.

5. **Serve:**
– Serve the glazed chicken breasts hot, with your choice of sides like steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Enjoy your flavorful and juicy honey garlic glazed chicken breasts! If you have any specific dietary preferences or adjustments, feel free to let me know.