Honey Garlic Chicken
A quick and easy honey garlic chicken recipe that satisfies sweet-and-savory cravings, using everyday ingredients and one pan for a hassle-free dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts (or 4-5 chicken thighs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Add more if desired
- ΒΌ cup honey Runny honey preferred
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Any soy sauce works
- 2 tablespoons butter Optional but recommended
- to taste salt & black pepper For seasoning
- to taste oil Olive oil recommended but any type is fine
Instructions
Cooking the Chicken
- Season the chicken well with salt and pepper.
- Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the chicken to the pan and let it brown on one side without moving it.
- Once nicely browned, flip the chicken.
- Remove the chicken from the pan once both sides are browned.
Making the Sauce
- In the same pan, add the butter and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (be careful not to let it burn).
- Pour in the honey and soy sauce, stirring the mixture together and letting it bubble for about a minute.
- Return the chicken to the pan and cook until the sauce thickens and sticks to the chicken.
Serving Suggestion
- Serve with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or noodles as desired.
Notes
This recipe is easy to double for leftovers, which taste even better the next day. It's versatile and can be paired with various sides. If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water to adjust the consistency.