Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken, a dish that brings together the sweetness of honey and the robust essence of garlic. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy succulent chicken pieces coated in a sticky, rich sauce that’s both savory and sweet. Pair it with rice or fresh vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (discard marinade) and season with salt and pepper. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- In a small saucepan, combine any remaining marinade with cornstarch mixed with water. Bring to a simmer until thickened (2-3 minutes). Pour over chicken in the skillet and toss gently to coat.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 102mg