Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe combines tender chicken with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. It's a quick and delicious dish that pairs well with rice or veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with pepper and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the honey garlic sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Optional: Mix cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and add to the sauce to thicken.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for another 2 minutes to coat the chicken.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Serve with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 680mg
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