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Step-by-step process of cooking honey garlic chicken thighs in a pan until golden brown. Part of an easy weeknight dinner recipe.
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Honey Garlic Chicken: A 30-Minute Weeknight Dinner

This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe is the perfect easy weeknight dinner, ready in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken is tossed in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic sauce made with simple pantry staples.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch divided
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger freshly grated
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Wok
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
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Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and cut into 1-inch pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then toss with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until lightly coated.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, apple cider vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet.
  4. Pour the honey garlic sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Whisk the slurry into the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until it thickens.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the thickened sauce. Garnish with optional sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 32gFat: 20gFiber: 1g

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh garlic and ginger.
Ensure the chicken is cooked in a single layer to get a nice sear.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Keyword 30 minute meals,easy chicken recipe,honey garlic chicken

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