Description
Whip up a glossy Honey Garlic Chicken with this quick recipesavory saucy weeknight dinner that satisfies cravings and leaves everyone asking for seconds
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lb (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2–3 tablespoons cornstarch
Salt and pepper to taste
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1–2 tablespoons neutral oil
2 green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken pieces with paper towels; season with salt and pepper, then toss with a light dusting of cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of neutral oil. Once shimmering, arrange the chicken in a single layer and sear until golden on the edges, about 2-3 minutes per side. Do not overcrowd; work in batches if needed. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add a touch more oil if needed and stir in minced garlic (and ginger, if using). Sauté about 30 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar to form the glossy sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer and let it bubble for about 1-2 minutes, until the edges start to thicken.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the glaze. Cook for 2-3 minutes more, until the sauce is glossy and the chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- If the sauce needs to thicken further, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to create a slurry and stir it into the sauce. Simmer 1 minute until the glaze clings to the chicken.
- Finish with a teaspoon of sesame oil, then taste and adjust with a pinch more soy or honey if needed.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or with steamed veggies and enjoy the aroma of caramelized garlic and honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 calories
- Sugar: 14 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken, weeknight dinner, skillet chicken, one-pan dinner, glossy glaze, garlic chicken, rice, asian dish