Easy Honey Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Honey Garlic Sauce
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnish
- Fresh parsley
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Season the Chicken
Pat chicken dry.
Season with:
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
Remove and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
In a small bowl combine:
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Garlic
- Apple cider vinegar
Pour into the skillet.
Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 4: Thicken the Sauce
Mix cornstarch and water.
Whisk into the sauce.
Cook 1–2 minutes until glossy.
Stir in butter.
Step 5: Finish
Return chicken to the skillet.
Coat completely in the honey garlic sauce.
Simmer for 2 minutes.
Garnish with parsley and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately.