15-Minute Honey Garlic Chicken
Honey garlic chicken ready in 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For Serving (Optional)
- Cooked white or brown rice
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped peanuts
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Lightly season chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until browned on one side.
- While chicken cooks, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
- Turn the chicken pieces over and pour the honey garlic sauce into the skillet.
- Toss to coat the chicken evenly and continue cooking for 4–5 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately over rice. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, and a squeeze of lime juice if desired.
Notes
- Chicken thighs can be used for juicier results