Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

from recipesen.com
25 min
4 servings

  Honey Garlic Chicken is a sweet and savory dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a flavorful sauce made from honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. The chicken is pan-seared until golden and then coated in a sticky, rich honey garlic glaze. Serve it with rice and veggies for a complete, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • Chicken thighs or breasts
  • Honey
  • Garlic (minced)
  • Soy sauce
  • Olive oil
  • Ginger (optional)
  • Cornstarch (optional for thickening)
  • Salt and pepper
  • Green onions (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    Season chicken with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger.

  4. 4

    Remove chicken from the pan and add the honey garlic mixture.

  5. 5

    Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then return the chicken to the pan to coat in sauce.

  6. 6

    Garnish with green onions and serve warm.