Quick Honey Lemon Chicken Made in One Pan
Juicy chicken breasts pan-seared and coated in a glossy honey lemon glaze. Sweet, tangy, and packed with bright flavor—ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 25–30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
2 boneless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup honey
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
Optional: 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water
Instructions
- Season and pound chicken to even thickness.
- In small bowl, mix honey, lemon juice, zest, garlic, soy sauce, and cornstarch slurry (if using).
- Sear chicken in oil over medium heat, 5–6 minutes per side until cooked. Remove.
- Simmer sauce 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to pan and spoon sauce over. Cook 1–2 more minutes.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges or parsley.
Notes
Use thighs for extra juiciness.
Add chili flakes for heat.
Great over rice, salad, or veggies.