Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features tender strips of boneless chicken thighs coated with cornstarch and pan-fried to golden perfection, then simmered in a luscious, sweet, and savory sauce made from honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of chili flakes. Garnished with fresh parsley, it creates an irresistible dish ideal for a quick and satisfying dinner served over rice.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Sauce
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, season the chicken strips with salt and pepper, then toss them with cornstarch until evenly coated. This step helps create a crispy exterior when cooked.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and honey. Set this flavorful sauce aside for later use.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken strips and cook until they turn golden brown and are cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Add Garlic and Butter: Lower the heat to medium, add the minced garlic and butter to the pan, sautéing until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Simmer with Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken. Stir well and let it simmer gently until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken nicely, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Add Final Touches: Sprinkle chili flakes and chopped parsley over the chicken. Stir briefly to combine.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic chicken hot over cooked rice or your preferred side dish and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, let the coated chicken rest for 10 minutes before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes based on your preferred spice level.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium content.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh flavor, but you can substitute with cilantro if desired.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles.
