Description
A delicious balance of sweet and salty, this honey garlic chicken is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or breasts
- Honey
- Soy Sauce
- Minced Garlic
- Olive Oil
- Optional: Fresh Ginger, Green Onions, Cornstarch
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and optional ginger.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and pour the sauce mixture into the pan.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the pan, ensuring it’s coated well in the sauce.
- Serve it over rice or your favorite vegetables, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or use coconut aminos for a gluten-free option. Consider adding crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian