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Honey Chicken

A quick and easy honey chicken recipe that delivers restaurant-quality flavors in just 20 minutes. This dish features crispy chicken coated in a sticky, sweet honey glaze, perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 searving
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, asian
Calories: 284
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Primary Ingredients:
  • 600 g boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons cornflour
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Sauce Ingredients:
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Optional Add-Ons:
  • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
  • Fresh chopped green onions
  • Red chili flakes for added spice

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces with cornflour, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Make the Honey Sauce: In the same pan, combine honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Coat the Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce clings to the chicken.
  5. Serve: Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.