Honey Garlic Chicken
A sweet and savory chicken dish featuring a delicious honey garlic sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Large Non-Stick Pan
- Zip-top Bag
Ingredients
- 2 to 2.5 lbs. chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 to 2 Tbsp. Sriracha sauce adjust based on your spice preference
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tbsp. corn starch for thickening
- 2 Tbsp. cold water to mix with cornstarch
- sesame seeds optional garnish
- chives optional garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, and minced garlic. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a small dish, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until dissolved. Once the sauce boils, add this mixture to the saucepan and stir until thickened. Reduce heat to low to keep warm.
- In a large zip-top bag, add chicken pieces and sprinkle with 1/2 cup of cornstarch. Seal and shake until coated.
- Heat oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the coated chicken in batches, cooking until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.
- Pour the warm sauce over the cooked chicken in the pan. Toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chives if desired.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.