Quick & Easy Honey Garlic Chicken: Delicious Dinner Recipe

Name: Quick & Easy Honey Garlic Chicken: Delicious Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 600 grams Chicken Breasts (Boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces); 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (Low sodium recommended); 1/4 cup Honey (Or maple syrup for vegan option); 4 cloves Garlic (Minced); 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (Grated); 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (For thickening the sauce); 2 tablespoons Water or Chicken Broth (To mix with cornstarch); 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (For cooking); 1/2 teaspoon Salt (To taste); 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground); 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds (For garnish); 2 stalks Green Onions (Sliced, for garnish)

Discover how to make a truly delicious honey garlic chicken that's perfect for any weeknight meal. This recipe features tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory sticky glaze, ready in under 30 minutes. It's simple, flavorful, and guaranteed to be a family favorite!

#Chicken

#Honey Garlic

#Easy Recipe

#Weeknight Dinner

#Asian Inspired

#Quick Meal

#One Pan

Golden-brown chicken pieces ready for sauce

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Asian Fusion

English

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

35g

Protein

25g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Chicken simmering in sticky honey garlic sauce

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Finished honey garlic chicken, garnished

Instructions

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Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and season generously with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and season generously with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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Ensure even sizing for uniform cooking.
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In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
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In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
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Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to get a good sear.

3
While chicken cooks, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, and water/broth in a small bowl until smooth. This is your honey garlic sauce.
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While chicken cooks, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, and water/broth in a small bowl until smooth. This is your honey garlic sauce.
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Ensure cornstarch is fully dissolved to prevent lumps.
4
Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully.
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Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully.
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Keep stirring to prevent sticking and ensure even coating.
5
Remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
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Remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
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A sprinkle of chili flakes can add a nice kick!