Description
Sweet, savory, and irresistibly delicious, honey garlic chicken is a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Juicy chicken thighs are coated in a sticky, garlicky glaze, making every bite unforgettable. Serve it over rice or with vegetables for a complete meal your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 110 g (1/3 cup) honey
- 80 ml (1/3 cup) chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- Boiled rice (to serve, as desired)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken
- Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel.
- In a large bowl, combine cornflour, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken thighs in the mixture until evenly coated.
- Sear the Chicken
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken thighs and sear for 4–5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in honey, chicken stock, rice vinegar, and soy sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Simmer the Chicken
- Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken to coat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- Garnish and Serve
- Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle chicken with fresh parsley and chili flakes.
- Serve over boiled rice, drizzling extra sauce on top for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Adjust Sweetness: Reduce the honey slightly if you prefer a less sweet dish.
- Thicker Sauce: Add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons of water during simmering.
- Spice Level: Increase chili flakes or add hot sauce for more heat.
- Substitutions: Use chicken breasts if preferred, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired