Create a delicious and easy honey garlic chicken dish in just 30 minutes. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a flavorful meal without the fuss.
Author:Maya Hayes
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooked rice, for serving
Chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
In another small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the honey garlic chicken over cooked rice, garnished with green onions.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the honey garlic sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers to the skillet.
Use low-sodium soy sauce if you prefer a less salty dish.
Nutrition
Serving Size:1 serving (approx. 4 oz chicken with sauce)