Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features tender chicken thighs or breasts cooked to perfection in a flavorful sauce made from honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger. Quick to prepare and packed with sweet and savory flavors, it’s perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Garnish
- Green onions, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season both sides of the chicken thighs or breasts with salt and pepper to taste, preparing them for cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until the exterior is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Prepare the honey garlic sauce: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 4 cloves minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger if using, creating a balanced sweet and savory sauce.
- Simmer the sauce: Pour the honey garlic sauce into the same pan used for the chicken. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to integrate the flavors and reduce slightly.
- Return the chicken to the pan: Place the cooked chicken back in the pan, coating it thoroughly in the sauce. Let it simmer for an additional 2 minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors. If a thicker sauce is desired, stir in 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with a little cold water at this stage and cook until thickened.
- Garnish and serve: Transfer the chicken to serving plates and garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh pop of flavor. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Honey Garlic Chicken.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier meat or breasts for a leaner option.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and ginger to your taste preference.
- The cornstarch is optional but helps thicken the sauce for a glaze-like consistency.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Make sure not to burn the garlic when simmering the sauce to avoid bitterness.
