Sweet, savory, and full of garlicky goodness—these pan-seared Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts are perfect over rice for a quick dinner win!

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2 large chicken breasts

Salt & black pepper to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

4 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 cup honey

3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)

1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional)

Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

2 cups cooked white rice (for serving)

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1. Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets and season.

2. Heat olive oil in skillet, sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side.

3. Remove chicken; sauté garlic in same pan.

4. Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and pepper flakes; simmer.

5. Optional: thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry.

6. Return chicken to pan, coat with sauce, simmer briefly.

7. Serve over rice with parsley garnish.

Use coconut aminos for a paleo-friendly option.

Swap white rice for brown or cauliflower rice.