Description
Honey Garlic Chicken is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any occasion. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a luscious honey garlic sauce that caramelizes beautifully during cooking. This dish not only fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma but also creates moments of joy around the dinner table. Whether it’s a weeknight meal or a festive gathering, this recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and optional ginger in a large bowl. Add cut chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove excess marinade from chicken and cook in the skillet until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Create the Sauce: Lower heat and add leftover marinade to the pan. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 4. Combine: Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in sauce for an additional minute.
- 5. Serve: Plate with steamed rice or vegetables, drizzling any remaining sauce on top.
- Prep Time: Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate overnight. Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option. Enhance nutrition by adding bell peppers or broccoli to the dish.