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Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken

Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken in Just 30 Minutes

Delight in this Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken recipe that brings restaurant flavors home in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Use chicken breasts if desired, adjust cook time.
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Honey Substitute with maple syrup for a different twist.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Can be replaced with apple cider vinegar.
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil Olive oil can be used if sesame oil isn't available.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Essential for aromatic kick.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated) Optional but enhances flavor.
For the Thickening Agent
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Mix with water to create a slurry.
  • 2 tbsp Water Helps combine with cornstarch.
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds For added crunch.
  • 2 stalks Sliced Green Onions For freshness.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the boneless, skinless chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  3. In a separate small bowl, combine cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water, stirring until a smooth slurry forms.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add just enough oil to coat the bottom, then add the chicken thighs.
  5. Once the chicken is perfectly seared, pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
  6. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the bubbling sauce until the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve the Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable for gluten-free diets and can be customized with additional spices as desired.

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