Description
Succulent Honey Garlic Chicken sings with sweet and savory notes from Korean-inspired cuisine. Crispy golden chicken pieces glazed in a rich sauce promise a delightful meal you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 lb chicken thighs
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar in a mixing bowl to create a vibrant, glossy marinade.
- Season chicken breasts and thighs generously with salt and black pepper, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
- Transfer chicken pieces into the prepared marinade, coating thoroughly and allowing flavors to meld for 15-30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 375°F and heat a large cast-iron skillet or oven-safe pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade, reserving the liquid for later basting, and carefully place pieces into the hot skillet to sear.
- Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, creating a crispy exterior that locks in moisture.
- Pour reserved marinade over the seared chicken and transfer the skillet directly into the preheated oven.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, occasionally basting with pan juices to intensify flavor and ensure chicken remains succulent.
- Verify internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer for safe consumption.
- Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes to redistribute internal juices.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds across the surface for added texture and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately with preferred side dishes, drizzling any remaining pan sauce over the chicken.
Notes
- Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for deeper flavor infusion if time permits, allowing ingredients to blend harmoniously.
- Swap honey with maple syrup or agave for vegan alternatives, creating a delightful plant-based version of this dish.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a more tender and juicy result, as they contain higher fat content compared to chicken breasts.
- Pat chicken dry before searing to achieve a perfect golden-brown crust, preventing excess moisture from steaming instead of caramelizing.
- Prep Time: 15-30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg