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Honey Garlic Chicken

Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken: Sweet Bliss in Every Bite

Discover the delectable Honey Garlic Chicken, a quick and tender dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs The star of the dish
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use kosher or sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is preferable
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Primary sweetener
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free tamari if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can be substituted with apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Use ground ginger in a pinch
For Coating and Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For thickening the sauce
  • 1/4 cup Water To create a slurry
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions For freshness

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
  2. Toss the boneless, skinless chicken thighs in the flour mixture, ensuring that each piece is evenly coated on all sides.
  3. In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Carefully add the coated chicken thighs into the hot oil, frying them in batches for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Once cooked, transfer the fried chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  6. In the same skillet, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and fresh ginger over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a couple of tablespoons of water to create a slurry and pour into the simmering sauce.
  8. Return the fried chicken to the skillet, tossing it in the honey garlic sauce to coat.
  9. Serve immediately over steamed rice or alongside your favorite sides, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 26gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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