Honey Soy Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
383 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Korean
Honey Soy Chicken Recipe
Description
The recipe begins by browning the chicken thighs in olive oil to develop a golden crust and lock in juices. While the chicken is browning, a sauce is prepared by combining soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, salt, pepper, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.
Once the chicken is seared on both sides, the sauce is poured over it, and the skillet is transferred to a preheated oven. Baking finishes cooking the chicken gently, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the meat with a glossy glaze. Cooking time varies depending on the cut, but the internal temperature should reach 160°F for safe consumption.
The dish is served garnished with fresh chopped parsley to add a hint of herbal freshness and color contrast. This recipe works well for a family dinner or meal prep, providing flavorful protein with minimal steps.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6-8 chicken thighs , breasts, quarters, or legs
- ¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
- ½ cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic or ½ teaspoon garlic powder, minced
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1/4 /4 teaspoon ground ginger
- pinch red pepper flakes optional for heat
- parsley optional, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375º F.
- Drizzle olive oil into medium skillet set over medium heat. Add chicken to the skillet and cook on each side until browned, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, mix together soy sauce (or coconut aminos), honey, garlic, salt, pepper, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Pour mixture over chicken and place the skillet into the preheated oven. Bake the chicken until it registers 160ºF when checked with an internal thermometer at the thickest part of the chicken. The time will vary depending on the cut of chicken that is used. Generally, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven, top with parsley, if using, and serve..
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 383 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 383kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 111mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 822mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 274mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 89IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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