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Honey Garlic Chicken

A quick and delicious dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast or thigh, boneless and skinless (cut into bite-size cubes)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup)
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (optional)
  • 2-4 tablespoons water (as needed)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Add the chicken to a bowl. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and flour, then toss until lightly coated.
Cooking
  1. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5–7 minutes (breast) or 7–9 minutes (thigh), stirring once a minute, until lightly golden and mostly cooked through.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic. Stir for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  4. Add the honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil if using. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Let the sauce gently bubble for 2–4 minutes, stirring often, until glossy and thick enough to coat the chicken.
  6. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed, until the sauce is spoonable.
  7. Cook until the chicken reaches 165°F in the center.
Serving
  1. Serve over rice or vegetables with optional green onion and sesame seeds.

Notes

You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3–4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat and add a splash of water to keep it saucy.