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Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey Garlic Chicken
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A quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Chicken recipe featuring tender, juicy chicken coated in a glossy, sweet and savory sauce made from honey, fresh garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy dish requires minimal ingredients and delivers comforting, balanced flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts or thighs

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 1 tablespoon water (for cornstarch slurry)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry thoroughly with paper towels. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper to build a flavorful base and help achieve a golden-brown sear.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil or sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until nicely browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar, mixing well to combine.
  4. Thicken the Sauce (Optional): If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Pour it into the skillet and stir constantly until the sauce thickens to your liking.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating each piece in the glossy honey garlic sauce. Let simmer together for 2-3 minutes so the chicken absorbs the flavors.

Notes

  • Dry your chicken well to achieve a beautiful sear and prevent steaming.
  • Use freshly minced garlic for optimal flavor and aroma.
  • Adjust honey amount to your preferred sweetness level.
  • Cook chicken in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan, ensuring even browning.
  • Allow the chicken to rest a few minutes before serving to keep it juicy.

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Keywords: honey garlic chicken, quick chicken recipe, easy dinner, sweet and savory chicken, weeknight meals, gluten free chicken, skillet chicken

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