Description
Experience the mouthwatering taste of Honey Garlic Chicken. This dish combines savory garlic and sweet honey, making it a delightful option for quick dinners, packed with flavor and easy to prepare. Perfect for busy evenings or a cozy meal at home.
Ingredients
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- ⅔ cup honey
- ⅓ cup low sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (roughly one pound)
- ¼ cup corn starch
- salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, chicken broth, soy sauce, garlic, 1 tablespoon of corn starch, cider vinegar, salt, and optional red pepper flakes, then set the sauce aside.
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create two thin pieces.
- In a shallow dish, combine ¼ cup corn starch with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in this mixture and shake off any excess.
- Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Depending on your pan size, you may need to cook in batches.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and pour the prepared sauce into the pan, scraping the bottom to incorporate any browned bits.
- Return the chicken to the pan and continuously stir until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked, around 5 minutes. Ensure the thickest pieces reach 165°F with a meat thermometer.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For extra heat, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
Ensure the chicken is evenly coated in corn starch for a better texture.
This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 457mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
