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Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

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Honey Garlic Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender, bite-sized chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this gluten-free meal pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables for a satisfying and delicious meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (ensure gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: chopped green onions and sesame seeds

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Set aside.

Cook the Chicken:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.

Add the Sauce:

  1. Pour the honey-garlic sauce over the cooked chicken.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.

Serve:

  1. Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
  2. Serve hot over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.

Recipe Notes

  • Spicy Kick: Add crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce for a spicier version.
  • Vegetable Additions: Mix in bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas for extra color and nutrition.
  • Alternative Proteins: Swap the chicken for shrimp, tofu, or thinly sliced beef for variety.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Warm in a skillet over medium heat or microwave on medium power for 1–2 minutes.

Notes

  • Spicy Kick: Add crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce for a spicier version.
  • Vegetable Additions: Mix in bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas for extra color and nutrition.
  • Alternative Proteins: Swap the chicken for shrimp, tofu, or thinly sliced beef for variety.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Warm in a skillet over medium heat or microwave on medium power for 1–2 minutes.