Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring crispy, golden chicken coated in a sweet, savory, and garlicky sauce. Perfect for serving over rice or noodles, this dish is an easy weeknight favorite!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
For Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
1️⃣ Coat the Chicken:
In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until evenly coated.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken:
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the coated chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes.
Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3️⃣ Sauté the Garlic:
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4️⃣ Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and chili flakes.
Pour the mixture into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.
5️⃣ Combine Everything:
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Serve warm over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
✅ Crispier Chicken? Cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
✅ Sweeter or Spicier? Adjust honey and chili flakes to taste.
✅ Thicker Sauce? Mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir into the sauce.
✅ Meal Prep Friendly: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4