Description
Quick, easy, and packed with flavor, One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken is the ultimate weeknight meal. This simple yet delicious recipe features juicy chicken in a sticky-sweet garlic sauce, perfect for busy nights. With minimal cleanup and customizable options, it’s sure to be a family favorite!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Chicken Thighs or Breasts (Boneless, Skinless)
- Olive Oil or Butter
- Salt and Pepper
For the Sauce:
- Honey
- Garlic
- Soy Sauce (Low Sodium Preferred)
- Apple Cider Vinegar or Rice Vinegar
Optional Add-Ins:
- Red Pepper Flakes (for spice)
- Fresh Ginger
- Vegetables (Bell Peppers, Broccoli, Snap Peas, Onions)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat oil/butter in a pan and sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pan, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine & Simmer: Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and cook covered for 7-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with parsley or sesame seeds and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor: Use fresh garlic and high-quality honey.
- Customize it: Add veggies for a one-pan meal or extra heat with red pepper flakes.
- Make ahead: Prepare chicken and sauce ahead of time, then reheat on stovetop for a quick dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg