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Honey Garlic Chicken (Sticky, Sweet & Ready in 20 Minutes!)

 A quick, family-loved dinner that tastes like takeout but is healthier, cheaper, and ready in just 20 minutes. The chicken gets crispy on the outside, tender inside, and coated in a sticky honey-garlic glaze that’s impossible to resist. Perfect for busy nights!

⏱️ Total Time: 20 minutes

🍽️ Serves: 2–3

🔥 Difficulty: Easy


🥘 Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts (cut into bite-size cubes)

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

  • Salt & black pepper

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Honey Garlic Sauce

  • 3 tbsp honey

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar OR lemon juice

  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

To Serve

  • Sesame seeds

  • Green onions

  • Steamed rice

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Coat the Chicken

  1. Pat chicken dry.

  2. Toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

2. Cook

  1. Heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat.

  2. Add chicken and cook 6–8 minutes, until golden.

3. Make the Sauce

  1. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, and chili flakes.

  2. Pour sauce into the pan.

  3. Let simmer 2–3 minutes until thick and glossy.

4. Serve

  1. Serve immediately over rice.

  2. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

💡 Tips

  • Use thighs for the juiciest result.

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan → chicken gets soggy.

  • Add broccoli or bell peppers for a full meal.

🔄 Variations

  • Spicy: Add 1 tbsp sriracha.

  • Healthier: Reduce honey by 1 tbsp and add 2 tbsp water.

  • Crispier: Pan-sear with 2 tbsp oil.

🧊 Storage

  • Refrigerate 3 days

  • Reheat in pan with a splash of water


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