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Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken

Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken in Just 30 Minutes

This Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken is a quick and delicious dinner option perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs The star of the dish
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey Provides sweetness, can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Can substitute with apple cider or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Adds nutty flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced) Aromatic base
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated) Adds a spicy kick
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Thickening agent
  • 2 tablespoons water To activate cornstarch
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Optional garnish
  • 2 stalks sliced green onions Optional garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  3. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a smooth slurry.
  4. Sear the chicken thighs in the hot skillet for 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and mix continuously until the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve the chicken on a plate, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 20gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This dish can be made spicy by adding red pepper flakes or sriracha according to taste.

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