Description
Honey Garlic Chicken is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired main course made with tender chicken thighs or breasts cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. This easy stovetop recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners and can be served over rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
Thickener
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnish (optional)
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger if using. This mixture will form the flavorful base of your dish.
- Cook the Chicken: Place chicken chunks in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are lightly browned and cooked through.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the cooked chicken. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly pour this into the skillet while stirring continuously. Cook for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken evenly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over cooked rice or vegetables for a delicious meal.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but thighs remain juicier and more flavorful.
- For extra depth of flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
- This recipe also works well with tofu as a vegetarian alternative.
