Go Back
Delicious sticky honey garlic chicken served with vegetables

Honey Garlic Chicken

A delightful dish featuring succulent chicken thighs in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 8 pieces chicken thighs (skinless and boneless) Juicy and flavorful, providing the perfect base for your dish.
  • 2 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch) Helps to lend a crispy texture to the chicken.
  • 1/2 tsp salt To season the chicken.
  • 1/2 tsp pepper To enhance the natural flavors.
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil For frying.
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter For richness in the sauce.
  • 4 cloves minced garlic Adds warmth and depth to the sauce.
  • 110 g honey Adds characteristic sweetness.
  • 80 ml chicken stock Enhances the sauce's depth.
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar Adds a touch of acidity.
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce Provides an umami kick.
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley Brightens the dish.
  • 1/2 tsp chilli flakes Offers a hint of heat.
  • Boiled rice To serve, providing a neutral base.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs with the cornflour, salt, and pepper. Toss until fully coated.
  2. Place a large frying pan over high heat and add vegetable oil.
Cooking
  1. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs to the pan. Cook until golden brown on one side, about 4-5 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
  2. Add the unsalted butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Then add minced garlic and stir to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, chicken stock, rice vinegar, and light soy sauce.
  4. Pour the sauce into the pan with the chicken. Increase the heat to bring to a boil, then reduce and let simmer for 4-5 minutes.
Finishing
  1. Once done, sprinkle chopped parsley and chilli flakes over the chicken. Serve hot over boiled rice.

Notes

For marination, consider letting chicken sit in the sauce for a couple of hours or overnight for more flavor. To adjust sweetness, reduce honey or increase vinegar. For meal prep, the sauce can be made ahead.