Honey Garlic Chicken
A sweet and savory dish that's quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Skillet Large skillet for cooking chicken.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 /2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 /4 cup honey
- 1 /4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 /2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 /2 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by tossing the chicken cubes with cornstarch until fully coated.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and melt butter. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, red pepper flakes, honey, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Whisk well to make the sauce.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, toss everything together, and cook for a couple more minutes to blend the flavors.
- Garnish the dish with fresh parsley and serve immediately over rice or with steamed veggies for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Notes
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes. You can also add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a tangy twist.