Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Garlic Chicken, a quick and easy dish that brings together the perfect balance of sweet and savory in just 25 minutes. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, featuring tender chicken coated in a rich, sticky glaze made from honey, garlic, and soy sauce. Serve it with rice or fresh vegetables to create a complete meal that will impress your family and friends. With its simple preparation and customizable options, this crowd-pleaser is destined to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or breasts
- Honey
- Minced garlic
- Soy sauce
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger (if using). Stir well.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and pour the honey garlic mixture into the same pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating it thoroughly with the sauce. Cook for an additional minute.
- Garnish with green onions if desired and serve warm with 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: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg