Classic Honey Garlic Chicken
Traditional dish · Chinese-American
Tender, juicy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, pan-fried to a perfect glaze. A beloved classic that's both comforting and flavorful.
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Ingredients
- Chicken thighs, boneless, skinless1.5 lbs
- Honey1/4 cup
- Soy sauce1/4 cup
- Garlic, minced4 cloves
- Ginger, grated1 tsp
- Sesame oil1 tbsp
- Cornstarch1 tbsp
- Vegetable oil2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Sesame seeds, toasted (for garnish)1 tsp
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)2 tbsp
Steps
- 1
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to make the sauce.
- 3
In a separate bowl, toss chicken pieces with cornstarch until lightly coated.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken. Stir and cook until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, about 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
