Honey Garlic Chicken
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for satisfying hungry appetites.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts Trimmed of excess fat if using thighs, pounded to even thickness if using breasts.
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Additional for searing.
- 1 teaspoon ginger (optional) Grated, for extra flavor.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional for thickening)
- to taste pinch salt and pepper To season chicken.
- 2 tablespoons green onions (optional) Chopped, for garnishing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the chicken by trimming excess fat from thighs or pounding breasts to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. Add grated ginger if using.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken and sear until golden brown.
- Pour the honey-garlic sauce over the seared chicken, ensuring it's well coated. Cook until the sauce bubbles gently.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, sprinkle cornstarch into the bubbling sauce and stir to combine without lumps.
Finishing
- Remove cooked chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
Serve over rice for a complete meal. Adds extra flavor by pairing with steamed vegetables or a simple side salad. Leftovers are ideal for wraps or salads.