Honey Garlic Chicken
This Honey Garlic Chicken is a must-try! The perfect balance of sweet honey and savory garlic creates a sauce that's irresistible. Crispy chicken thighs coated in this glaze will have your taste buds dancing! It's quick, easy, and impressive enough for any occasion. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this dish is guaranteed to become a new favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts or thighs, if you prefer
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free option
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice as a substitute
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
- 1 teaspoon ginger optional, for an extra kick
- Salt and pepper to taste
Key Substitutions:
- You can swap chicken for tofu or shrimp if you’re looking for a different protein.
- Honey can be replaced with maple syrup for a lighter vegan option.
- If you don’t have apple cider vinegar feel free to use regular vinegar or even lime juice for that tangy twist!
- These ingredients are simple but pack a lot of flavor and you can easily swap a few things based on what you have at home!
Instructions
How to Cook It: A Step-by-Step Guide
Get that chicken ready: If you’re using chicken breasts, slice them in half so they cook faster. Season them with a little salt and pepper. You can pretend you're a top chef while doing this—just don’t forget to keep it simple!
Heat up that pan: Grab a skillet and heat up the olive oil over medium heat. You want it hot, but not like the surface of the sun.
Cook the chicken: Toss the chicken into the skillet. Let it cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until it’s golden and cooked through. Don’t rush this part, let it get crispy! When it’s done, take it out and set it aside.
Time for the sauce: In the same skillet, toss in the minced garlic. Stir it around for about 30 seconds—just until it smells amazing (you’ll know it when you smell it).
Mix it up: Now, add the honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar to the skillet. Give it a good stir to mix everything together. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes so the sauce thickens a bit.
Put the chicken back: Place the cooked chicken back in the pan, and spoon that delicious sauce over it. Let it soak in for another 2-3 minutes. You can even flip the chicken to make sure it gets coated all over.
Serve it up: Plate the chicken and pour the sauce over the top. You’re done! Look at you—cooking like a pro.
Optional: Sprinkle with a little sesame seed or chopped green onions if you want to go all out.
- Enjoy! I know you’re going to love this—your taste buds will thank you later!
Notes
- For an extra crispy texture, sear the chicken in a hot pan before adding the sauce.
- You can swap chicken thighs for breasts or even tofu for a vegetarian option.