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Baked Honey Lemon Chicken

Last updated on June 29, 2019. Originally posted on September 3, 2016 by Lalaine. 70 Comments

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Baked Honey Lemon Chicken bursting with sweet honey and fresh lemon flavors, and baked for a healthier twist is the epitome of modern comfort food. Refreshing tangy and delicious, it’s amazing over steamed rice!

This baked honey lemon chicken is a healthy take on a classic dish.

It’s just G and me at home now yet deciding what to eat on a daily basis can still be a battle of wills. We both share an appetite for great food but our tastes can’t be more different.

While I adore seafood in any form, he won’t touch anything from the sea with a ten-foot pole. And while he’s happiest with a thick slab of rib eye done rare, I won’t have any of that bloody gore.

One thing we can both agree on, however, is our love for chicken. Stew it, roast it, bread it, grill it, fry it, bake it, it’s always our favorite answer to “what’s for dinner?”. Any way you cook chicken, it makes a satisfying and comforting dinner meal.

Foster Farms antibiotic-free simply raised chicken is perfect for this healthy chicken recipe.

A good source of protein and lean in fat, quick and easy to prepare, and with a bland and uniform texture that lends well to various applications, chicken has become America’s most popular meat.

However, not all things in life are made equal. There’s chicken, and then there’s Foster Farms Simply Raised chicken.

As we all know, great food starts with fresh ingredients. And with their birds locally grown and raised right here in California, Foster Farms Simply Raised fresh chicken guarantees what you get is Always Fresh. The faster the chicken travels from farm to table, the better the quality and the fewer the risks of improper handling.

You’ll feel good knowing the food you share with your family are healthy, delicious, and distributed with no antibiotics ever!

Honey lemon chicken is a healthier version of your favorite takeout meal.

Foster Farms Simply Raised fresh chicken is redefining what it means to get comfortable with your food again through quick and easy New Comfort Food recipes. Using mostly local, seasonal ingredients and encouraging quick, easy and fast prep time, classic favorites are given a modern, healthy twist.

Of course, you can start your road to simple, fast and accessible dinner meals with our very own baked honey lemon chicken. 🙂

Honey Lemon Chicken

But first, a few notes on how to recreate this baked honey lemon chicken with delicious success:

  • I used half-breasts with ribs instead of boneless chicken breasts or fillets. It might prove a little trickier and time-consuming if you’re feeding a crowd but for a regular family dinner, deboning a couple of pieces shouldn’t be much work. My thought is, why pay more for boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenders when you’re going to cut them into cubes anyway? Even with the discarded bones and skin, half-breasts with ribs still cost less pound per pound. Besides, the bone scraps can be saved and made into chicken stock for future use. Win, win!
  • For chicken nuggets that are light and airy instead of dense and eggy, I used egg whites and cornstarch to coat the pieces.
  • Baking the breaded chicken is definitely healthier but require a few tricks to come out as deliciously crisp as when deep-fried. For maximum crunch, don’t overcrowd the baking pan and adequately space out the chicken pieces. Make sure to bake at a high temperature (400 F) so the breading crisps up and develops a golden brown without overcooking the chicken.
  • Please do not be tempted to use bottled lemon juice for the honey lemon sauce. Although more convenient, its flavor just can’t equal that of freshly-squeezed. To get the most juice from your citrus fruits, make sure they’re at room temperature and roll them a few times on a flat surface to soften before juicing.

This baked chicken takeout recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner--sweet, savory, and delicious!

Guys, let’s talk honey lemon sauce for a quick minute. The moist and flavorful chicken pieces are without a doubt the star of the show but the sauce makes them shine! Perfectly sweet and tangy, it’s made for spooning over generous heaps of steamed rice.

I hope you give this baked honey lemon chicken a spin tonight and please check out Foster Farms Simply Raised fresh chicken for more delicious ideas. Remember to use their coupon for additional savings!

Baked Honey Lemon Chicken
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Baked Honey Lemon Chicken

3.5 from 18 votes
This baked honey lemon chicken recipe is made with sweet honey and fresh lemon. This chicken is baked for a healthier twist on takeout.  Refreshing tangy and delicious, it’s amazing over steamed rice!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Main Entree
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Keyword: Baked honey lemon chicken, Chicken takeout
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 644kcal
Author: Onion Rings and Things

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or about 2 1/2 pounds half breasts with ribs)
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • teaspoon ½ salt

For the Honey Lemon Sauce

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Trim chicken of any excess fat. Wash and drain well. Cut into 1-inch pieces. If using with ribs, debone and remove skin.
  • In a bowl, whisk egg whites until frothy.
  • In a plate, combine cornstarch and salt. Stir until well-dispersed.
  • Dip chicken in egg and then dredge in cornstarch to fully coat. Arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan.
  • Bake chicken in a 400 F oven for about 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  • In a wide pan, combine ingredients for the honey lemon sauce: lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ground ginger, lemon zest, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Stir until smooth. Over medium heat, cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until sauce begins to bubble and thicken. Add chicken pieces and gently toss to coat with sauce.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 323g | Calories: 644kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.9g | Protein: 68.3g | Fat: 17.6g | Saturated Fat: 4.8g | Cholesterol: 202mg | Sodium: 960mg | Potassium: 633mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 10.7mg | Calcium: 40mg
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Nutrition Facts
Baked Honey Lemon Chicken
Amount Per Serving (323 g)
Calories 644 Calories from Fat 158
% Daily Value*
Fat 17.6g27%
Saturated Fat 4.8g30%
Cholesterol 202mg67%
Sodium 960mg42%
Potassium 633mg18%
Carbohydrates 48.9g16%
Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugar 18g20%
Protein 68.3g137%
Vitamin A 100IU2%
Vitamin C 10.7mg13%
Calcium 40mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Baked Honey Lemon Chicken bursting with sweet honey and fresh lemon flavors, and baked for a healthier twist is the epitome of modern comfort food. Refreshing tangy and delicious, it's amazing over steamed rice!

 

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  1. Celeste SunDragonLady Burgess says

    September 12, 2016 at 11:23 am

    This looks really yummy. I am going to have to try this one day. Thanks a ton for sharing.

    Reply
  2. Robin Rue says

    September 12, 2016 at 7:55 am

    This looks super delicious! We are huge lovers of chicken in my house and so this new way to make it is perfect.

    Reply
  3. Marielle Altenor says

    September 11, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    Chicken is something everyone in my family really enjoy! We love trying new ways to cook it and I know they would enjoy this baked lemon chicken recipe!

    Reply
  4. Ana De- Jesus says

    September 11, 2016 at 5:07 am

    Honey and lemon always tastes so nice in my tea so I imagine it would taste so good with some Quorn chicken, yum!

    Reply
  5. Claudia Blanton says

    September 10, 2016 at 8:06 pm

    oh wow, we are also chicken fans, and anything with a thick yummy sauce that can be poured over some rice, is exactly up my alley. I will add that to my menu plans for this week. Thanks

    Reply
  6. Doran @ Haute Beauty Guide says

    September 9, 2016 at 10:26 pm

    Wow! That looks delicious. Lemon chicken is a favorite! I need to try this out.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:22 am

      Thanks, Doran. Enjoy!

      Reply
  7. Ivelisse says

    September 9, 2016 at 10:43 am

    Omg I love the fact that this is baked but doesn’t look dry at all!

    Love,
    Ivelisse | CarnationDreams.com

    Reply
  8. Tiffany Hathorn says

    September 8, 2016 at 10:07 pm

    I’ve had honey chicken. I’ve had lemon pepper chicken. But I’ve never had honey lemon chicken. Sounds interesting!

    Reply
  9. CourtneyLynne says

    September 8, 2016 at 7:48 pm

    Omg can we say yum?!?! I must give your recipe a try!!!!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:21 am

      Thanks, Courtney 🙂

      Reply
  10. Tami Qualls says

    September 8, 2016 at 1:18 pm

    This is one of my favorite dishes but I’ve never made it myself. How I have the recipe. Yay!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:20 am

      Now you can make it a home with ease 🙂

      Reply
  11. Katy says

    September 8, 2016 at 10:42 am

    This looks delicious. I can’t believe it’s baked, I always stir fry chicken like this, but baking is so much healthier.

    Reply
  12. DeAnna says

    September 8, 2016 at 9:59 am

    Well, I wasn’t hungry until I came to your site! Now I am starving!! This looks so yummy!!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:09 am

      Happens to me when I visit my favorite recipe blogs. Ruins my diet for sure 🙂

      Reply
  13. Me-An Clemente says

    September 8, 2016 at 5:08 am

    Wow! Your photos look so mouth-watering and it looks like it came out of the magazine. Anyway, with regards the recipe, it looks awesome to make. I think the honey lemon sauce will also work with pork too. I love this.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 9, 2016 at 12:25 am

      Awww, thank you, Me-ann. You made my day. And yes, pork will work well this recipe, too. 🙂

      Reply
  14. Caroline Barnes says

    September 8, 2016 at 4:14 am

    This looks like a recipe my family would love. My kids love to try new chicken recipes, will give this one a try.

    Reply
  15. Ryan Escat says

    September 8, 2016 at 12:00 am

    I like this chicken brand, I am a little bit worried when it comes to chickens. Sounds a nice recipe.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:19 am

      Yes, Foster Farms gives us peace of mind knowing the chicken we serve our family is always fresh and antibiotic free.

      Reply
  16. Nicole Escat says

    September 7, 2016 at 10:14 pm

    My son loves chicken and I want to make something special for him. this sounds a nice recipe.

    Reply
  17. Lisa Hodges says

    September 7, 2016 at 6:17 pm

    Love it! Doesn’t look hard and organic too!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:13 am

      It’s pretty easy to make and yes, fresh, quality chicken makes it better. 🙂

      Reply
  18. Akhil Sharma says

    September 7, 2016 at 1:47 pm

    This is really a nice recipe; unfortunately, I am a vegan 😛 However, I will try to look for a substitute. Any suggestions?

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:10 am

      Crisp tofu cubes will be great with this sauce 🙂

      Reply
  19. Ana says

    September 7, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    It looks so yum! Can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing the recipe with us!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:11 am

      You’re welcome 🙂

      Reply
  20. Enricoh Alfonzo says

    September 7, 2016 at 12:26 pm

    OMG take me to heaven right now! those photos are so damn mouth watering i just want to reach in and taste em haha

    Reply
  21. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says

    September 7, 2016 at 9:25 am

    Honey and lemon are two things that I mostly want with a seasonal chicken dinner and this recipe fits the bill. I haven’t got any luck finding Foster Farms products from my local grocery but I will keep them in mind for this recipe.

    Reply
  22. Liz Mays says

    September 7, 2016 at 8:18 am

    The lemony sauce would be so light and yummy! I don’t mind doing the deboning either. Great suggestion!

    Reply
  23. Mary says

    September 7, 2016 at 8:07 am

    This looks absolutely amazing! I need to try making this!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:16 am

      Thanks, Mary. I hope you enjoy it. 🙂

      Reply
  24. Kalliopi Sakellariou says

    September 7, 2016 at 7:13 am

    This is all what I need. I love chicken and this lemon sauce is sick! I will definitely try it this Sunday for friends. Thank you!

    Reply
  25. Nicole Escat says

    September 7, 2016 at 5:18 am

    Oh my goodness! I’m going to make this baked honey lemon chicken today! Bookmarked these.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:15 am

      Thanks, Nicole 🙂

      Reply
  26. Rachel Mouton says

    September 7, 2016 at 5:05 am

    Oh my goodness! This chicken looks delicious. I know my family will love it 🙂

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 11, 2016 at 11:12 am

      I am sure they will 🙂

      Reply
  27. Annie says

    September 7, 2016 at 1:46 am

    This sounds drop dead delicious! I have to try it out… Even tho I’m not so sure my family will like it ….

    Reply
  28. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    September 6, 2016 at 11:09 pm

    I usually deep fry the chicken pieces, so your recipe is new for me. I will try baking the chicken next time for less grease, Adding sesame seeds made the dish more interesting too.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 6, 2016 at 11:12 pm

      I usually deep-fry, too, and I was pleasantly surprised how equally delicious the baked pieces came out. 🙂

      Reply
  29. Elizabeth O. says

    September 6, 2016 at 10:12 pm

    I love that it’s baked and not fried! It definitely has less oil and is a lot healthier. I love the flavor combination of chicken and lemon!

    Reply
  30. Samantha says

    September 6, 2016 at 9:44 pm

    oh goodness this looks yummy! I will definitely have to try this!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 6, 2016 at 11:13 pm

      Thanks, Samantha 🙂

      Reply
  31. Amy Jones says

    September 6, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    Oh my God, looks amazing and my mouth is watering, I think I’m making this tonight

    Reply
  32. Fatima says

    September 6, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    This sounds great. I will cook this soon and pair it up with Chinese fried rice. My husband loves it.

    Reply
  33. Carol Cassara says

    September 6, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    This looks absolutely delicious and is one of my family’s favorite restaurant dishes. Not that hard, it seems.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 6, 2016 at 11:13 pm

      Not difficult to make at all 🙂

      Reply
  34. Cindy Ingalls says

    September 6, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    This recipe sounds delicious. I’m also more conscious of the foods I buy, especially the meats and dairy products. I don’t think animals should be tortured or treated inhumanely just because we eat them. I also want my food to be food.

    Reply
  35. Amanda Kanashiro says

    September 6, 2016 at 3:28 pm

    This looks so yummy! I shared it on my facebook page…and I’m pleasantly surprised how easy it will be to make gluten free- just need to use tamari! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  36. Liz Mays says

    September 6, 2016 at 1:27 pm

    Gosh, I’d love to try making this with the Foster Farms Simply Raised Chicken. Those flavors sound amazing.

    Reply
  37. Nellwyn says

    September 6, 2016 at 12:32 pm

    This looks so yummy! Going to have to give it a try.

    Reply
  38. Kendra says

    September 6, 2016 at 11:19 am

    This looks so good! I love that you added sesame seeds to the recipe!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 6, 2016 at 6:46 pm

      Yes, the sesame seeds add a pop of color and texture 🙂

      Reply
  39. Christine - The Choosy Mommy says

    September 6, 2016 at 11:18 am

    We also LOVE chicken! I am so glad you shared this because I get tired of the same old chicken recipes that I have.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 6, 2016 at 6:47 pm

      I know what you mean. We eat chicken almost every day and it gets boring doing the same recipe over and over.

      Reply
  40. Cindy Gordon says

    September 6, 2016 at 11:00 am

    This looks like a very delicious recipe that is easy to make! My mother in law has been looking for easy meals that she can prepare for her and my father in law! Going to share!

    Reply
  41. tara pittman says

    September 6, 2016 at 10:59 am

    This looks so yummy! My boys would love this for dinner

    Reply
  42. Shanna Uptergrove says

    September 6, 2016 at 10:45 am

    I don’t cook often, but this is one I think I will have to try because I think the kids would love this. We love orange chicken.. but honey lemon sounds delish!

    Reply
  43. Priyanka Mukherjee says

    September 6, 2016 at 9:15 am

    Wow!! Finally a tasty and healthy chicken recipe!! I have been on a lookout for one, for so long!! Going to try it soon….

    Reply
  44. Melanie Smith says

    September 6, 2016 at 8:54 am

    Yummyy!!! This recipe looks really delicious, I have to try it soon. My husband will love it.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 6, 2016 at 11:14 pm

      I hope you give it try. I am sure hubby will love it, mine gobbled every last bite 🙂

      Reply
  45. Megan Ogden says

    September 6, 2016 at 8:39 am

    This looks so good! I am going to try it and I’ll let you know what I think!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 6, 2016 at 11:15 pm

      Yes, please, let me know how it turned out 🙂

      Reply
  46. Nancy Reyes says

    September 6, 2016 at 8:07 am

    That looks so good and easy to make. This would be great when we are on the go

    Reply
  47. Jelena says

    September 6, 2016 at 7:44 am

    Why did I read and look at this when there is an hour to go till lunch?! ? It looks so amazing i am definitely saving this in my pins and making it soon. Thank you for sharing ???

    Reply
  48. GiGi Eats says

    September 6, 2016 at 6:39 am

    I could use some chicken in my mouth right now!

    Reply
  49. Tania Potter - Soul Sense Coaching says

    September 6, 2016 at 4:14 am

    This looks like a delicious supper and it is so great that the chicken is clearly labeled antibiotic free

    Reply
  50. Rosey says

    September 6, 2016 at 12:47 am

    My family is big on chicken too. This dish sounds really good.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 6, 2016 at 1:06 am

      Thanks, Rosie. I hope you give it a try, I am sure the family will enjoy it 🙂

      Reply

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