Sticky Lemon Chicken

 Sticky Lemon Chicken

I remember the first time I saw this recipe somewhere in a book or a magazine.  I remember thinking….Oh my, you had me at the word “Sticky.”  I could only imagine how flavorful and delicious this chicken might be before I made it and I was absolutely right.  It is delicious!   I like to serve it over rice with a salad on the side.  YUM!

Sticky Lemon Chicken

4-6 chicken thighs and legs or you can use breasts

Salt and pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon soy sauce

2 tablespoons honey

¼ cup water

3 cloves of garlic, peeled and chopped
grated zest and juice of one whole lemon

In a large skillet pan, add the oil and heat on medium high. Season the chicken well with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and brown lightly on each side for about 5-6 minutes, turning each piece.

Add the lemon juice and zest to a small bowl. Stir in honey, olive oil, soy sauce and garlic and warm in the microwave for about 30 seconds.  Whisk the liquid until everything is mixed well and then pour over top of chicken making sure all pieces are coated well.  Cook for 15 minutes.  

Add the water if needed to thin out sauce. Put a lid on the pan and continue to cook for another 10-15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.  

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