Honey Garlic Chicken features juicy chicken simmered in a sticky, sweet-savory sauce of honey, garlic, and soy. A quick, flavorful meal perfect for weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1–2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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⅓ cup honey
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¼ cup soy sauce
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
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Optional: 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
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Optional garnish: sesame seeds, chopped scallions
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil in skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 min per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Lower heat; sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
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Add honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Simmer 3–5 min.
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For thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until glossy.
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Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over, and simmer 2–3 more minutes.
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Serve with rice or veggies. Garnish as desired.