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Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

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A quick and easy Honey Garlic Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

¼ cup honey

¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)

5-6 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 teaspoons garlic powder)

2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing the chicken)

1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated (or ½ teaspoon ground ginger, optional)

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 teaspoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening the sauce)

¼ cup water (for cornstarch slurry)

Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Fresh green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts or thighs on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger (if using) and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pan. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating each piece with the sauce. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  6. For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir into the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • To make the sauce spicier, increase red pepper flakes or add sriracha/chili paste.
  • Vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers can be added near the end for a one-pan meal.
  • Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
  • Replace chicken with tofu and honey with maple syrup for a vegan version.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
  • Reheat in a skillet or microwave before serving.

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