Description

Honey Garlic Chicken Skillet is a quick and delicious main dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a flavorful sauce made with honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. This one-pan recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors and is garnished with green onions and optional sesame seeds for extra texture and freshness. Ideal for weeknight dinners, it pairs wonderfully with rice or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

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Chicken

1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Sauce

¼ cup honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Other

2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs or breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper evenly to taste.
Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ground ginger until well combined. Set aside.
Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Allow the oil to heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Cook the chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook undisturbed for about 5-6 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes on the other side until fully cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
Add the sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Stir gently to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, letting it thicken slightly and glaze the chicken.
Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds over the top. Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes like rice or steamed vegetables.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful results; breasts are leaner but can be used as well.
Adjust honey amount according to desired sweetness.
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the sauce.
Ensure not to overcrowd the skillet to achieve a good sear on the chicken.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.