Low Sodium Honey Chicken

Satisfy your craving for something sweet and savory without the guilt with this flavorful Low Sodium Honey Chicken recipe! Tender strips of boneless, skinless chicken breast are marinated in a delightful blend of honey, low-sodium soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and black pepper, then pan-seared to perfection for a lightly caramelized finish. A cornstarch slurry adds the perfect touch of thickness to the luscious, sticky-sweet glaze that coats each piece. Ready in just 30 minutes, this heart-healthy, low-sodium alternative to takeout is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnished with roasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, it's as stunning as it is delicious. Pair this dish with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional)
• 2 units Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into thin strips, approximately 1 inch wide.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, low-sodium soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ground black pepper.

Step 3

Add the chicken slices to the bowl, ensuring each piece is well-coated with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes for best flavor.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Remove chicken from marinade and place in the skillet. Reserve the remaining marinade.

Step 6

Cook the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the pieces are cooked through and have a lightly browned color.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry.

Step 8

Once the chicken is cooked, reduce the heat to medium and pour the reserved marinade into the skillet.

Step 9

Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken pieces.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 11

Serve the honey chicken hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(640.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1178.5

Total Fat 34.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 1345.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 49.4g
Protein 147.3g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 174.6mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1326.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.0%

Protein: 50.7%

Carbs: 22.2%