Honey Glazed Chicken
Boneless chicken chunks are pan-fried and coated in a sweet and savory sauce made with soy sauce, honey, and a hint of peanut butter.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 15 ml
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes, 680 g
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup soy sauce 80 ml
- 1/2 cup honey 120 ml
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter 16 g
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice 15 ml
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch 8 g
- 1 tablespoon cold water 15 ml
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 green onions sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or braiser over medium-high heat.
- Add the cubed chicken in an even layer. Let it cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to brown the bottom.
- Stir the chicken and continue cooking for 8 to 10 minutes, until browned on all sides and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- Reduce the burner heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly so it does not burn.
- Pour in the soy sauce, honey, creamy peanut butter, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil and stir until the peanut butter is completely melted.
- Lower the heat to maintain a gentle boil. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the liquid reduces by about half.
- In a small bowl, stir the cornstarch and cold water together. Pour this slurry into the simmering skillet.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until the glaze thickens enough to leave a clear path when you drag a spatula across the bottom of the pan.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat the meat in the glaze, then serve warm with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
Always check poultry with a meat thermometer. Chicken is safe to eat when the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Prep your ingredients before you start cooking. The garlic can burn quickly, and the sauce comes together fast once the chicken is done.
If the sauce gets too thick after adding the cornstarch, stir in a splash of warm water to loosen it.