Easy Honey Garlic Chicken Dinner
A quick and flavorful meal featuring juicy chicken coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken (thighs or breasts) Use your preferred cut.
- 1/2 cup Honey Adds sweetness.
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Enhances flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (optional) Brings warmth.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing.
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (optional) Thickens sauce.
- to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.
- 2 stalks Green Onions (optional) For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken thighs or breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Cooking
- Sear the chicken for around 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- While the chicken is searing, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and optional ginger in a bowl.
- Once chicken is browned, pour sauce over seared meat and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Cover skillet and let chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Let chicken rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked. Allow chicken to rest after cooking for juiciness. Adjust sauce thickness as desired.