Savor the Best Honey Garlic Chicken Skillet in 25 Minutes
Enjoy the delightful Honey Garlic Chicken Skillet, a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use vegetable oil if desired.
- 1 pound Chicken (breast or thighs) Substitute with tofu or cauliflower for a vegetarian option.
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup Honey Use raw honey for the best flavor.
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Can use gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos.
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can swap with apple cider or white vinegar.
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion can be used for a stronger taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Increase for more heat.
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can use arrowroot powder if preferred.
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic Substitute with garlic powder (1/8 tsp = 1 clove).
For the Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Can swap with green onions or toasted sesame seeds.
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large skillet, pour in olive oil and set the heat to medium-high. Let it warm up for about 1-2 minutes until it shimmers.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, onion powder, and red pepper flakes until combined.
- Set cooked chicken aside and reduce heat to low. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour the honey mixture into the skillet and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry, then stir into the simmering sauce until thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and serve hot, optionally drizzling extra honey for a sweeter finish.
Notes
To maintain tenderness when reheating leftovers, do so gently on the stovetop or in the oven.