Honey Garlic Chicken that’s Easy & Delish! (Ready in 15 Mins)

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Today, I’m thrilled to share a super quick, incredibly flavorful, and utterly irresistible recipe: Honey Garlic Chicken! This is a fantastic dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. My version has a little Japanese touch with the use of sake, which adds a lovely depth of flavor.

This sweet, savory, and garlicky chicken is a crowd-pleaser and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice and a side of fresh vegetables. Let’s get cooking!

Honey Garlic Chicken (Serves 1)

Yields: 1 serving
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10-12 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• Chicken (boneless, skinless thigh or breast recommended): 120g (approx. 4.25 oz)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste (a pinch)

• All-purpose flour: 2 tsp

• Vegetable oil (or your preferred cooking oil): 1 tbsp

• Unsalted butter: 1 tsp

• Garlic: 1 clove, finely minced

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

• Soy sauce: 1 tbsp (which is 15 ml, or approx. 0.06 US cup – it’s best to use a tablespoon measure for this small amount)

• Honey: 1 tbsp (15 ml, or approx. 0.06 US cup – use a tablespoon measure)

• Sake (Japanese rice wine): 0.5 tbsp (or 1.5 tsp) (which is 7.5 ml, or approx. 0.03 US cup – use a half-tablespoon or teaspoon measure)

Optional Topping:

• Finely chopped Shiso (Perilla) leaf: 1 leaf

  • Alternatively, you can use finely chopped fresh parsley or thinly sliced green onions (scallions).

Instructions (Keep it Simple!):

1. Prep the Chicken & Sauce:

   • Cut the chicken into your preferred bite-sized pieces. Season generously with salt and pepper.

   • Lightly dust the chicken pieces with all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, and sake for the sauce. Set aside.

2. Sear the Chicken:

   • Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown.

   • Flip the chicken, then add the butter and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for another 2 minutes, or until the chicken is mostly cooked through and the garlic becomes fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic!).

3. Make the Glaze & Finish:

   • Pour the pre-mixed honey garlic sauce into the pan over the chicken.

   • Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it bubble gently for 1-2 minutes, stirring and tossing the chicken frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken beautifully.

4. Serve:

   • Once the sauce has glazed the chicken and it’s cooked through, transfer it to a plate.

   • Garnish with your choice of finely chopped shiso, parsley, or green onions, if desired. Serve immediately with hot steamed rice. Enjoy!

And there you have it – a delicious Honey Garlic Chicken that’s ready in no time! It’s savory, sweet, garlicky, and so satisfying.

I hope you enjoy this recipe! Don’t forget to watch the full video tutorial on my YouTube channel for a step-by-step visual guide. If you try this, let me know how it turned out in the comments below or on the video!

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