Description
A delicious honey garlic chicken recipe that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 pounds chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- sliced green onions for garnish
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger. Whisk until smooth, ensuring the sugar is dissolved completely.
- Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage it to ensure the chicken is well-coated. Refrigerate for at least 15-30 minutes (or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor).
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and place it in the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, add the reserved marinade. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for a few minutes. If you want a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a little water and stir it into the sauce until thickened.
- Drizzle the sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet or serve it on the side for dipping.
- Sprinkle the chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Pair it with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken for a longer time.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar and honey.
- This dish pairs well with jasmine rice or steamed broccoli.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg