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Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
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This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked in a flavorful homemade sauce made with honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of vinegar. Perfectly balanced between sweet and savory, this dish is quick to prepare and ideal for weeknight dinners. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or vegetables for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

Sauce

  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Thickening (Optional)

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Garnish

  • Sesame seeds
  • Green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and cut into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally.
  4. Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken evenly and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to blend the flavors.
  5. Thicken the Sauce (Optional): If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier, more flavorful dish.
  • Adjust honey amount to suit your preferred sweetness level.
  • Low-sodium soy sauce helps keep sodium levels down without sacrificing flavor.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
  • Make sure to add the cornstarch slurry slowly to avoid lumps when thickening the sauce.

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Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, Quick Dinner, Asian Sauce Chicken, Weeknight Meal

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