Honey Garlic Chicken
A delightful dish combining sweet and savory flavors with succulent chicken thighs in a honey garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and black pepper.
- Create the sauce: Whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic in a bowl.
- Heat the pan: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the chicken: Cook the chicken skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until browned.
- Flip and glaze: Pour the sauce over the chicken and let it cook for another 4-5 minutes.
- Finish cooking: Reduce heat and let the chicken simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds if desired, and serve with rice or vegetables.
Notes
For a spicy twist, add chili flakes to the sauce. You can also use chicken breasts for a leaner option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, honey garlic, easy dinner, savory, Asian cuisine