Honey Garlic Chicken with Mushrooms

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes

🧾 INGREDIENTS

Chicken

• 1½ lb (680 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 1 tsp olive oil (or cooking spray for WW)

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

Honey Garlic Sauce

• ¼ cup honey

• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

• 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water

• ½ tsp grated ginger (optional)

Mushrooms

• 8 oz mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced

👩‍🍳 INSTRUCTIONS

1️⃣ Prepare Chicken

1. Pat chicken dry; season with salt and pepper.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil or spray.

2️⃣ Sear Chicken

1. Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side until golden and nearly cooked through.

2. Remove chicken to a plate.

3️⃣ Cook Mushrooms

1. In the same skillet, add mushrooms.

2. Sauté 4–5 minutes until browned and moisture evaporates.

4️⃣ Make Sauce

1. Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, ginger, and cornstarch slurry.

2. Pour sauce into skillet with mushrooms.

3. Bring to a gentle simmer.

5️⃣ Combine & Glaze

1. Return chicken to skillet.

2. Spoon sauce over chicken.

3. Simmer 6–8 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.

6️⃣ Serve

• Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

• Serve over veggies, rice, or noodles.

🧮 WW POINTS (Approx.)

• Chicken breast & mushrooms: 0 points

• Honey (1 tbsp per serving): 4 points

• Sauce total per serving: 4–5 points

👉 Total: 4–5 WW points per serving
(using chicken breast & spray oil)

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I reduce the sweetness?
A: Yes—use 2 tbsp honey + 2 tbsp sugar-free honey substitute.

Q: Can I make it in the air fryer?
A: Air fry chicken at 375°F for 12–14 minutes, then toss in sauce on stovetop.

Q: Can I use thighs?
A: Yes, but points will increase.

Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Yes—keeps 3–4 days refrigerated.

⭐ TIPS & TRICKS

✔ Brown mushrooms well for flavor
✔ Use low-sodium soy sauce
✔ Don’t overcook chicken
✔ Simmer sauce gently to avoid burning
✔ Add chili flakes for heat

🔄 VARIATIONS

• Spicy Honey Garlic: Add sriracha

• Honey Garlic Shrimp: Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side

• Veggie Boost: Add broccoli or snap peas

• Oven Version: Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 20–25 minutes