How to Make the Best Honey Garlic Chicken: 7 Juicy Tips!
This scrumptious Honey Garlic Chicken recipe is perfect for any dinner. It's a combination of sweet and savory flavors with a gentle hint of heat.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup cornstarch plus 2 tablespoons, divided
- 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium
- 0.5 cup honey
- 1 tsp chili flakes adjust for spice preference
- 3 tbsp chopped green onions for garnish
- Rice for serving
- Steamed vegetables for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a medium bowl, combine chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and chili flakes. Whisk until well mixed.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then coat evenly with 1/4 cup cornstarch.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute until aromatic.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, ensuring each piece is coated with the sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm over rice with a side of your choice of steamed vegetables.
Notes
This dish is a fantastic centerpiece for a family meal or dinner party, offering a balance of nutrition and irresistible flavor!