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Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey Garlic Chicken
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Honey Garlic Chicken is a quick and easy recipe featuring tender chicken coated in a sticky, glossy sauce made from honey, garlic, and soy sauce. This dish perfectly balances sweet, savory, and garlicky flavors, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Its simplicity, minimal ingredients, and versatility make it a family-friendly favorite, served wonderfully with rice, vegetables, or noodles.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts (skin-on or boneless, about 1.5 lbs)

Sauce

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin or surface. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper to give the chicken a flavorful base before cooking.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low and add minced garlic to the hot skillet. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt. Pour in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar, stirring to combine. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes a glossy glaze.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon the honey garlic sauce over each piece. Let everything simmer together for a few minutes so the chicken absorbs the bold flavors.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top for added texture, flavor, and color. Serve hot with your choice of side dishes.

Notes

  • Use fresh minced garlic for a bolder flavor compared to powders or pre-minced garlic.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to allow chicken pieces to brown evenly and develop a crispy crust.
  • Simmer the sauce gently to avoid burning garlic or over-caramelizing the honey.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more honey or balance with additional vinegar to your preference.
  • Rest the chicken a few minutes before slicing to keep it moist and juicy.

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Keywords: Honey garlic chicken, easy chicken recipe, quick dinner, sweet and savory chicken, family dinner, gluten-free chicken

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