Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Easy Honey Glazed Chicken with Lemon and Olives. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce, then seared to golden perfection and paired with briny Kalamata olives. This dish not only fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma but also creates unforgettable moments around the dinner table. Perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight meals, this recipe is simple yet impressive!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by mincing garlic and zesting the lemon.
- In a bowl, combine honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add marinated chicken and sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip chicken, add olives and lemon zest, cooking until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C)—approximately another 5-7 minutes.
- Serve immediately on a platter; drizzle any remaining sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg