Honey Glazed Chicken
Honey Glazed Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Honey Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to work in batches.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
⏱️ 8 min
- 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the prepared honey glaze into the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze thickens slightly.
⏱️ 4 min
- 6
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the glaze. Toss the chicken to coat evenly, ensuring each piece is well-covered.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. This dish pairs well with rice or steamed vegetables.
⏱️ 3 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Honey Glazed Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Honey Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to work in batches.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
⏱️ 8 min - 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the prepared honey glaze into the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze thickens slightly.
⏱️ 4 min - 6
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the glaze. Toss the chicken to coat evenly, ensuring each piece is well-covered.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. This dish pairs well with rice or steamed vegetables.
⏱️ 3 min