Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Author: Arwa Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: Chicken Recipes Cuisine: Asian Diet: Gluten-Free Options

Ingredients

  • 1 to 1.5 pounds chicken thighs or breasts, trimmed
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (regular or low sodium)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic (or 1 tablespoon jarred)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
  • Optional: ginger, fresh or powdered
  • Optional: green onions for garnish
  • Optional: cornstarch for thicker sauce
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Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Pat chicken dry to ensure browning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  3. Combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and optional ginger in a bowl and stir until well mixed.
  4. Remove chicken from pan, pour sauce mixture into skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return chicken to pan, coat in sauce, and serve garnished with green onions over rice or vegetables.

Notes

  1. This dish makes great leftovers; reheat gently for best results. Adjust sweetness and thickness of the sauce to your preference.