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Better Than Takeout Honey Garlic Chicken

Better Than Takeout Honey Garlic Chicken
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Better Than Takeout Honey Garlic Chicken is a delicious homemade dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a perfectly balanced sauce of sticky honey sweetness and rich garlic flavor. Ready in about 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe delivers superior flavor to Chinese takeout, using fresh and wholesome ingredients for a comforting, family-friendly meal that is customizable and gluten free when using tamari.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Start by mincing fresh garlic cloves finely and cutting chicken thighs into bite-sized chunks to ensure quick, even cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
  2. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixed with a small amount of cold water to create a smooth sauce that will thicken beautifully when cooked.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the chicken pieces. Sear them until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes total.
  4. Add the Sauce: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer for a few minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and clings to each tender piece.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions on top for freshness and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles to soak up every delicious drop.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful results compared to chicken breasts.
  • Don’t skimp on garlic; fresh minced garlic is essential for bold flavor.
  • Adjust sweetness by tasting as you go and adding more honey if desired.
  • Mix cornstarch with cold water first to avoid lumps when thickening the sauce.
  • Cook over medium heat to prevent burning the honey and achieve a glossy sauce.

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Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken, Chinese Chicken Recipe, Gluten Free, Easy Dinner, Quick Meal, Chicken Thighs, Homemade Takeout

Find it online: https://cherrycooks.com/better-than-takeout-honey-garlic-chicken/