Description
Honey Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that marries sweet and savory flavors in a sticky glaze that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe can be prepared in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The tender chicken thighs or breasts absorb the flavorful honey garlic sauce, creating a mouthwatering meal that the whole family will adore. Serve it over rice, toss it in wraps, or pair it with fresh vegetables for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or breasts
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Minced garlic
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Optional: Ginger, cornstarch, green onions
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until browned.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger (if using).
- Remove chicken and add sauce to the skillet; simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce.
- Garnish with green onions if desired and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg