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Honey Garlic Chicken Miracle

Honey Garlic Chicken Miracle: Quick, Sticky & Irresistible!

Experience the quick and delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Miracle, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch for crispy texture
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup honey can substitute with maple syrup
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce can use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or other cooking oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper omit if sensitive to heat

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and black pepper, then coat with cornstarch.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the chicken and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Lower the heat, sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, toss in the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice or with vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra nutrition, add quick-cooking vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli during the last few minutes of cooking.

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