Description
Succulent honey garlic chicken delivers pure culinary magic straight from home kitchens. Crispy, golden chicken pieces glazed with sweet and savory sauce promise a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 8 chicken thighs (skinless and boneless)
Seasonings and Thickeners:
- 2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
Cooking Fats and Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients:
- 110 grams (1/3 cup) honey
- 80 milliliters (1/3 cup) chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
Garnish and Serving:
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- Boiled rice
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat chicken thighs with seasoned cornflour mixture, ensuring even coverage for a crispy exterior.
- Melt butter and vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (375°F). Carefully place seasoned chicken pieces, cooking until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken and transfer to a clean plate, keeping warm while preparing the sauce.
- Reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic in the same pan until aromatic and lightly golden, releasing its intense flavor.
- Pour honey, chicken stock, rice vinegar, and soy sauce into the pan, whisking continuously to create a smooth, glossy sauce.
- Simmer sauce for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce and develop a rich, concentrated flavor.
- Gently return chicken to the pan, thoroughly coating each piece with the sticky, caramelized sauce.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2-4 minutes, ensuring chicken is completely heated and sauce reaches desired thickness.
- Plate the chicken, drizzling remaining sauce over the top for maximum flavor.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and a sprinkle of red chili flakes for added heat and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately alongside steamed white rice or your preferred grain.
Notes
- Ensure chicken thighs are thoroughly patted dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent soggy coating.
- Cornflour creates a delightful golden crust, trapping moisture inside and delivering extra crunch when properly applied.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce for better control of salt levels, allowing you to adjust seasoning without overwhelming the dish’s delicate flavor balance.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute cornflour with arrowroot powder and use tamari instead of traditional soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 354 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 3840 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg