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Honey Garlic Chicken

Sweet and Savory Honey Garlic Chicken in 30 Minutes

A quick and easy Honey Garlic Chicken recipe that blends sweet and savory flavors for a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Provides tenderness and flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Supplies sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Balances sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Introduce nutty flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch For thickening.
  • 2 tablespoons Water To activate cornstarch.
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions For freshness.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and coat with oil.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  4. Sear chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip.
  5. Pour sauce over chicken and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Mix cornstarch with water for a slurry and add to sauce, stirring until thickened.
  7. Plate chicken, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 23gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with rice or roasted veggies for a complete meal.

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