Spicy Honey-Kissed Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Honey-Kissed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried sage; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, all visible fat discarded; 1 tablespoon canola or corn oil; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon soy sauce (lowest sodium available)

Servings: persons

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In a small bowl, stir together the rub ingredients.
2
Using your fingertips, lightly press the rub all over the chicken.
3
Cut the chicken into strips about 1/2 inch wide.
4
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom.
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Cook the chicken for 3 to 5 minutes, or until nearly cooked through, stirring frequently.
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Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, and soy sauce.
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Stir the lemon juice mixture into the chicken.
8
Increase the heat to high and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
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(Per Serving)
10
Calories: 181
11
Total Fat: 5.0g
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Saturated: 0.5g
13
Trans: 0.0 g
14
Polyunsaturated: 1.5g
15
Monounsaturated: 2.5g
16
Cholesterol: 66mg
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Sodium: 463mg
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Carbohydrates: 6g
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Fiber: 0g
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Sugars: 5g
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Protein: 27g
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Dietary Exchanges
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1/2 Carbohydrate
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3 Lean Meat

214

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon dried sage, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Spicy Honey-Kissed Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Honey-Kissed Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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