Quick way to grow a Perfect Honey Garlic Chicken
A delicious and easy-to-make honey garlic chicken recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is coated in a sweet and savory sauce, then baked or pan-fried to perfection.
Equipment
- Frying pan or baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger grated (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- salt
- pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
Garnish
- sesame seeds optional
- green onions chopped, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Making the Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger (if using), olive oil, cornstarch, and water until well combined.
Cooking
- Cook the chicken in a pan over medium-high heat or bake in the oven until golden brown and cooked through.
Glazing
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken well.
Serving
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired, and serve the honey garlic chicken immediately.
Notes
This versatile recipe can be served with rice, noodles, or a side salad. Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your preferred spice level.