Description
This honey garlic chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that combines the perfect balance of sweet honey and savory garlic. It’s an easy-to-make meal that’s perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1 tablespoon water (if using cornstarch)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. While the oil heats up, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chicken to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring occasionally.
- Add the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Stir everything together and bring the sauce to a simmer.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with water in a small bowl, then add it to the skillet. Stir the sauce until it thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it with the sauce. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes so the chicken can soak in all the flavors.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and serve immediately. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
If you want extra spice, add more red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha to the sauce.
For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
Chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts for a juicier option.
For meal prep, you can make this dish in advance and freeze it for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
