Description
Indulge in this Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it a delightful addition to your weeknight dinners or family gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare tender chicken coated in a rich honey garlic glaze, resulting in a dish that pairs beautifully with rice or vegetables for a complete meal. This recipe is not only quick and easy but also versatile enough to suit various tastes, ensuring everyone at the table will love it. Whether served over rice, noodles, or alongside fresh greens, this comforting dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or breasts
- Olive oil
- Honey
- Minced garlic
- Soy sauce
- Salt and pepper
- Optional: Ginger, cornstarch, green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until browned.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger (if using).
- Remove chicken from skillet and pour sauce into the pan; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan and toss in the sauce until well-coated.
- Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve warm over rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg