Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken is a sweet and savory dish with tender chicken cooked in a rich honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, it’s made with simple ingredients and is full of flavor. You can serve it over rice or with veggies for a complete meal!
Ingredients
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4 chicken thighs or breasts (boneless, skinless)
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¼ cup honey
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
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1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Chicken:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. -
Prepare the Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the honey, soy sauce, and grated ginger (if using), stirring to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer. -
Thicken the Sauce (Optional):
If you’d like a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Stir this into the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until it thickens. -
Coat the Chicken:
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, and spoon the sauce over the chicken. Let it cook for 2-3 more minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors and the sauce to reduce.
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Serve:
Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve over rice or with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
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For Extra Spice: Add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little heat.
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Optional Thickening: If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can skip the cornstarch for a thinner glaze or use it for a richer sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired, American
Keywords: Honey garlic chicken, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner, garlic sauce chicken