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Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey Garlic Chicken Quick Easy 4 Servings Recipe for Busy Weeknight Dinners


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Standard

Description

Discover the ultimate Honey Garlic Chicken recipe that delivers sweet, savory, and garlicky goodness in just 25 minutes. Tender chicken breast pieces are tossed in a glossy honey‑garlic‑soy glaze, creating a caramelized coating that clings to every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or steamed vegetables. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, it offers a restaurant‑level flavor without the fuss, making it a family favorite and a go‑to for quick, delici


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite‑sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5‑7 minutes.
  3. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and stir to coat. Cook for an additional 5‑7 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
  4. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier version
  • add crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce. Serve over rice or quinoa to soak up extra glaze.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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