Honey Garlic Chicken
Honey Garlic Chicken is a deliciously comforting dish that marries the sweetness of honey with the savory depth of garlic. This quick and easy recipe delivers succulent, glazed chicken that can elevate any weeknight dinner or special gathering. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy cooks who want to impress with minimal effort. Serve it over rice or noodles, topped with fresh green onions for a delightful meal the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Mix cornstarch with water until smooth and stir into the marinade.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken until golden brown.
- Pour marinade over browned chicken and simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles and garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. You can substitute honey with maple syrup or add chili flakes for extra heat. Fresh herbs like thyme can enhance the aroma and flavor profile.