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A plate of glistening honey garlic chicken thighs garnished with fresh parsley

Best way to grow your Honey Garlic Chicken

This recipe provides a delicious and easy way to prepare honey garlic chicken, perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large skillet
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a medium bowl for the sauce.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season them with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of oil.
  2. Sear the chicken thighs for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove them from the skillet.
  3. Pour the sauce into the skillet and bring it to a simmer, cooking for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is glossy.
Thickening (Optional)
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  2. Stir the slurry into the simmering sauce to further thicken it, if desired.
Serving
  1. Serve the honey garlic chicken immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in half of the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This recipe pairs well with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables.