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Honey Garlic Chicken Dinner

Honey Garlic Chicken Dinner
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Honey Garlic Chicken Dinner is an easy, family-friendly meal that balances sweet, savory, and garlicky flavors with juicy chicken thighs and a sticky honey garlic sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, this dish uses simple pantry ingredients and offers versatile serving options like rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4–6 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on preferred)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil

Optional Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. This ready-made sauce forms the foundation of the dish’s flavor.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then place skin-side down in the pan. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Simmer with sauce: Reduce heat to medium, pour the honey garlic sauce into the skillet, and let it simmer and thicken slightly. Return the chicken to the pan, coating it in the sticky sauce, and cook for another 5 minutes until cooked through and well-glazed.
  4. Garnish and serve: Finish with chopped green onions for freshness. Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or alongside your favorite vegetables.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier, more tender meat than breasts.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing; give chicken pieces enough space to brown evenly.
  • Taste the sauce before simmering and add more honey if you prefer it sweeter.
  • Let the sauce thicken gently over medium heat for a perfect sticky glaze.
  • Serve immediately for best sauce texture and flavor.

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