Description
A simple yet flavorful honey garlic chicken dish that captivates with its sweet and savory aroma, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Optional: 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnishing
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate the chicken pieces in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Pour the remaining marinade over the cooked chicken and simmer on medium-low for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: honey garlic chicken, quick dinner, easy recipe, family meal, gluten-free option