How to prepare a 15-minute honey garlic chicken

Lightly season the chicken cubes with salt and pepper

In Summary
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
  • Add the chicken to the skillet and brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes.
Honey-garlic chicken served with rice
Honey-garlic chicken served with rice
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Preparing honey garlic chicken promises a tantalizing fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will undoubtedly tantalize the taste buds.

Let's explore the art of balancing honey's natural sweetness with the savory depth of garlic.

With this recipe, you will find it easier to prepare a 15-minute garlic chicken.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • ΒΌ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 chicken cubes
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Steps 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat

Steps 2

Lightly season the chicken cubes with salt and pepper and soy sauce. (Go easy because the soy sauce has plenty of sodium.)

Steps 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes.

Steps 4

Meanwhile, make the glaze. Whisk the honey, soy sauce, garlic and red pepper flakes in a small bowl until well combined.

Steps 5

Add the sauce to the pan and toss to coat the chicken pieces. Cook until chicken is cooked through 4-5 more minutes.

Serve with steamed rice.         


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