Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

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Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
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Sticky, tender boneless chicken thighs in a garlic, soy, and honey sauce. This honey garlic chicken is so simple to make, and it’s ready in 25 minutes. Serve with rice for an easy-night fakeaway.

An age-old recipe that combines honey, soy sauce, and garlic to create a sticky, sweet sauce that coats golden-tender chicken pieces.

I love to make this as a quick side dish for a handmade Chinese feast or to serve over boiling rice for supper. For suggestions on what to include in your homemade Chinese banquet, see my list further down the page!

Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Sticky, tender boneless chicken thighs in a garlic, soy, and honey sauce. This honey garlic chicken is so simple to make, and it's ready in 25 minutes. Serve with rice for an easy-night fakeaway.

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Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 25 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4 Calories: 472 kcal Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

INGREDIENTS

To Serve

Instructions

  1. Add the salt, pepper, and cornflour (cornstarch) to a bowl with the chicken thighs. Coat the chicken completely with cornflour by tossing it in it.
  2. Heat the oil in a large frying pan (skillet) over a high heat.
  3. Add the chicken thighs and cook on one side until golden brown, about 5 minutes, then flip the other side and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Add the butter to the pan, let it melt, then add the garlic and stir together. Turn the heat down to medium so the garlic doesn't burn, then make the sauce.

  5. To make the sauce, combine the honey, stock, rice vinegar and light soy sauce in a bowl and mix.

  6. Add the sauce to the pan. Increase the heat and bring the sauce to a boil, then cook for 5 minutes until the sauce has reduced and thickened, and the chicken is cooked through.

  7. Sprinkle on the chopped parsley and chilli flakes and serve over boiled rice

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 472kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g30%
Saturated Fat 10g50%
Cholesterol 223mg75%
Sodium 804mg34%
Potassium 611mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 29g10%
Sugars 24g
Protein 45g90%
Vitamin A 300 IU
Vitamin C 2 mg
Calcium 26 mg
Iron 2 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I make this gluten free?

Yes, use gluten-free chicken stock and tamari in place of the soy sauce. Make sure the rice vinegar you use is gluten-free.

Can I replace the chicken thighs with chicken breast?

You are capable of doing this, yes. While chicken breasts can be substituted, chicken thighs are somewhat more tender and can withstand high-heat cooking without drying out. To make sure the chicken cooks through quickly and evenly in the pan, I would suggest slicing the chicken breast into thick strips or flattening the meat with a rolling pin.

Can I freeze it?

Sure, the chicken will still taste fantastic even though it won't be quite as soft. Cook, allow to cool rapidly, cover, and freeze the chicken. Place in the fridge to defrost overnight, then reheat on a baking tray at 180C/350F. To assist keep the chicken from drying out, cover it with foil before putting it in the oven.

Cook for a total of 12 to 15 minutes, or until very hot.

Can I make ahead or save leftovers and reheat?

Yes, however, the chicken won't taste quite as good after reheating. Still, it will taste fantastic. Chicken should be cooked, rapidly cooled, covered, and then refrigerated. Place on a baking tray and reheat in the oven at 180°C/350°F. To help keep the chicken from drying out, cover it with foil before putting it in the oven.

Cook for a total of 12 to 15 minutes, or until very hot.

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Hi, I'm Buddhika. I love to cook and I want to share with you my favorite, delicious family-friendly recipes. I want to inspire you to create fantastic food for your family every day.