Description
Asian Honey Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with a sweet and sticky glaze, infused with garlic and soy sauce. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights, offering a burst of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds. The enticing aroma fills your kitchen as the chicken cooks, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. Serve it with rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce, and watch as smiles spread around the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup high-quality honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a splash of oil. Cook marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour in any leftover marinade and stir continuously until it thickens into a glaze (about 3-4 minutes).
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving hot with rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg