Easy Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
277 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Easy Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by whisking honey with chicken stock, fresh lemon juice, and red pepper flakes to create a balanced sauce with sweetness, acidity, and gentle heat. The chicken breast is tossed in a garlic powder and cornstarch mixture, which helps develop a slight crust and thickens the sauce. Olive oil is heated in a skillet for searing the chicken cubes until golden on all sides.
Fresh minced garlic is added briefly to the pan, releasing aroma without burning. The honey sauce is poured in and cooked until the mixture thickens enough to coat the chicken, creating a sticky glaze. The texture features tender inside with a lightly crisped exterior from searing, and the honey garlic sauce adds moisture and flavor complexity tempered by lemon brightness.
This preparation works well served over rice or noodles, allowing the sweet and savory sauce to soak into the base. The dish balances quick cooking with layered flavors suitable for weeknight meals or casual dinners.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast in 1-inch cubes, boneless, skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 garlic minced, cloves
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, chicken stock, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Whisk together the cornstarch, salt, and garlic powder in a medium mixing bowl. Toss the chicken in the cornstarch mixture. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken until it has browned, about 4-6 minutes.
- Add the garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional minute, stirring the entire time.
- Pour the honey sauce into the pan and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the heat and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 347mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 470mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 134IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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