Honey Garlic Herb-Glazed Chicken

Honey Garlic Herb-Glazed Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 large chicken breasts (boneless or bone-in)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (chopped) or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the chicken:
   • Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
   • Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
3. Sear the chicken:
   • Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
4. Make the glaze:
   • In a small bowl, mix the honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, rosemary, and thyme.
5. Glaze the chicken:
   • Pour the glaze over the seared chicken in the skillet, ensuring it’s well coated.
   • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
6. Bake the chicken:
   • Bake for 20-25 minutes (depending on the thickness of the chicken), basting with the glaze once or twice during cooking.
   • Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before removing from the oven.
7. Garnish and serve:
   • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking.
   • Spoon extra glaze from the skillet over the chicken and garnish with additional fresh rosemary.