Easy Honey Garlic Chicken
Sweet, savory, and bursting with flavor, this Easy Honey Garlic Chicken recipe is a quick and delicious way to elevate your weeknight dinners. Tender, golden-brown chicken thighs are pan-seared to perfection, then coated in a luscious glaze made with honey, soy sauce, and garlic for a perfect harmony of sweet and savory notes. With just a handful of pantry staples and a total cook time of 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish comes together effortlessly. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal that’s sure to impress. Whether you're short on time or craving something satisfying, this one-pan wonder delivers big flavor with minimal fuss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper, then lightly dredge in all-purpose flour, shaking off excess.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in honey, soy sauce, and water. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. Pair with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.3 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 105 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 997 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 261 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
