Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

by girlstar742 · December 15, 2025

Honey Garlic Chicken is one of those go-to dinners that feels special but comes together quickly with simple pantry ingredients. Tender chicken is cooked until golden, then coated in a sticky, sweet-and-savory honey garlic sauce that’s packed with flavor. It’s a weeknight favorite that tastes like takeout — without the extra cost or effort.

This recipe is perfect when you want a reliable, crowd-pleasing meal that works for busy evenings. The sauce thickens beautifully, clinging to every bite of chicken, and pairs well with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables. Whether you’re cooking for family or just need a dependable dinner idea to add to your rotation, Honey Garlic Chicken delivers big flavor with minimal prep.

This is a Simply Made Recipe provided by Lilly Ashley. Good recipes, without the paragraphs and fluff to sift through. Save the sifting for the baking!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Optional garnish: sliced green onions or sesame seeds

Instructions

Season the chicken:
Lightly season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
Cook the chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the sauce:
In the same skillet, add honey, soy sauce, garlic, and vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Thicken:
Stir together cornstarch and water, then add to the skillet. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Combine:
Return chicken to the skillet and toss until fully coated in the sauce.
Serve:
Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm over rice or vegetables.

Simply Made Tip

For extra caramelization, let the chicken sit in the sauce for an extra minute before serving. If you like a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.