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Honey Garlic Chicken: The Ultimate 30-Minute Recipe

This Honey Garlic Chicken is the ultimate 30-minute meal! Tender chicken is coated in a sticky, savory, and sweet honey garlic sauce, making it the perfect easy weeknight dinner for the whole family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, asian-inspired
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and cut them into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with flour, salt, and pepper until they are lightly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar, and bring to a simmer.
  4. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, whisking constantly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 38gFat: 15gFiber: 1g

Notes

Tip 1: For a bit of heat, add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Tip 2: Ensure your chicken pieces are cut to a uniform size for even cooking.
Keyword chicken recipe,easy dinner,honey garlic chicken

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