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Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

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This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs cooked to golden perfection and tossed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce with a hint of spice. Garnished with fresh green onions, it’s a quick and easy skillet dish perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Green onion, for garnish

Sauce

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sriracha
  • 2 tsp cornstarch (or arrowroot as a substitute)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces if not already done. Season the pieces evenly with salt to enhance the flavor before cooking.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown on the outside, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Make the sauce: In a glass measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sriracha, and cornstarch until fully combined to create a smooth sauce mixture.
  4. Sauté garlic and add butter: Once the chicken is cooked, add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant and buttery.
  5. Combine chicken and sauce: Reduce the heat to low and pour the prepared sauce over the chicken. Stir continuously to coat all pieces evenly. If the sauce does not thicken, increase the heat to medium and continue stirring. If the sauce thickens too quickly, remove the skillet from heat and add 1 tablespoon of water to thin the sauce to desired consistency.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped green onions over the chicken, and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute arrowroot for cornstarch if you prefer a gluten-free option.
  • Adjust the amount of sriracha according to your preferred spice level.
  • To prevent the chicken from sticking, ensure the skillet is properly heated before adding chicken.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Use chicken breast as an alternative, though thighs provide more juiciness and flavor.

Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken, Quick Chicken Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe, Asian Chicken, Skillet Chicken, Sweet and Spicy Chicken

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