Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced into strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low, add honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Simmer 3–4 minutes until sauce thickens and coats chicken.
- Finish with red pepper flakes if using. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra caramelization, sear chicken in two batches without overcrowding the pan.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or roasted veggies for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 6 oz chicken + sauce)
- Calories: 295 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
