Incredible 30-Min Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
This Incredible 30-Min Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features tender boneless chicken thighs cooked in a flavorful honey garlic sauce infused with soy, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. The sauce is perfectly thickened to coat the chicken, making it a quick and delicious meal ideal for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Thickening Slurry
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Optional Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure better browning during cooking.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger until well combined.
- Prepare the slurry: In a separate small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a smooth slurry that will thicken the sauce later.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook them for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until they are browned and fully cooked through.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the chicken in the skillet and bring it to a simmer to meld the flavors.
- Thicken the sauce: Stir the cornstarch slurry again, then slowly add it to the simmering sauce while stirring constantly. Continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken nicely.
- Serve and garnish: Spoon the thickened sauce over the chicken thighs. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry helps it brown better and prevents steaming.
- You can substitute chicken breasts if preferred, but cooking time may vary.
- The cornstarch slurry is key to achieving a glossy, thick sauce.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Adjust the sweetness or savoriness by modifying the honey or soy sauce amounts to taste.
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