Honey Garlic Chicken
A quick and easy recipe for juicy honey garlic chicken that combines minimal effort with maximum flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts, thighs, or drumsticks Any type of chicken will work.
- 4 tablespoons Butter Real butter is preferred.
- 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
- ΒΌ cup Honey Any kind of honey works.
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Optional Toppings
- 2 tablespoons Parsley or green onions For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- If the chicken is thick, flatten it using a rolling pin or the bottom of a coffee mug for even cooking.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with butter until melted.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- While the chicken is cooking, finely chop or smash the garlic.
- When the chicken is nearly done, add in more butter and the chopped garlic. Cook briefly, making sure not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the honey and stir, allowing the sauce to bubble and coat the chicken, cooking until the chicken is fully cooked but still juicy.
- Serve hot, possibly with additional honey and butter for extra sauce.
Notes
Don't skimp on the garlic or butter. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to lock in juices. Feel free to tweak the recipe with chili flakes or alternative cooking methods like air frying.